Audi A3 Sedan is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2018 model year, there are six trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo engine that produces 186 to 220 horsepower, which is enough for the 3,197 to 3,362 lbs. sedan to reach 60 mph from zero in just 5.8 seconds. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,950 to $2,100, which over the course of five years will save you $750 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA. Leasing a 2018 Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TFSI Premium FWD will set you back at least $179 per month.
According to research by Vehie.com, auto brokers currently offer special lease program on 2018 Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TFSI Premium FWD starting from $179 a month with $3,999 due at signing.
2018 A3 Sedan has a relatively short wheelbase ( 103.8 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier with curb weight of 3197 - 3362 lbs.
2018 A3 Sedan seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, A3 Sedan falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is the larger than average among its peers with 10.0 - 12.3 cu. ft.
Trim | 2018 A3 2.0 TFSI Premium | 2018 A3 2.0 TFSI Premium quattro | 2018 A3 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus | 2018 A3 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus quattro | 2018 A3 2.0 TFSI Prestige | 2018 A3 2.0 TFSI Prestige quattro |
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Starging MSRP | $31,950 | $34,950 | $35,200 | $38,200 | $40,700 | $43,700 |
Engine | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 186 hp | 220 hp | 186 hp | 220 hp | 186 hp | 220 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 6.6 sec | 5.8 sec | 6.6 sec | 5.8 sec | 6.6 sec | 5.8 sec |
City | 26 MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG | 24 MPG |
Highway | 35 MPG | 31 MPG | 35 MPG | 31 MPG | 35 MPG | 31 MPG |
Combined | 29 MPG | 27 MPG | 29 MPG | 27 MPG | 29 MPG | 27 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,950 | $2,100 | $1,950 | $2,100 | $1,950 | $2,100 |
2018 A3 Sedan comes in six trim levels, with an average price that is $456 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, A3 Sedan has a class-leading fuel economy of 29 mpg.
2018 A3 Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed thirty-two complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also six recalls issued by Audi, which by itself is a relatively high number.