Audi A3, Price, Specs & Review
Compare every Audi A3 variant sold new in Australia. 6 variants, from $54,800 to $81,515 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the Audi Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 54 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.
Data checked: specs 11 Nov 2026, price 4 Oct 2026
Audi A3
From $54,800 RRP
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1 / 3Audi A3
TFSI S line Sportback · Liftback · 1.5L Turbo
Data checked: specs 11 Nov 2026, price 4 Oct 2026
Recalls: None open on our record for this car (9 for other years of the A3, Q2). Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Est. drive away (VIC)
RRP, before on-road costs
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Variants
Cost to own, est.
from $288/wk in VIC
Excludes servicing and insurance: No data for this car.
Made up of, per week
- Repayment estimate$230 (≈$998/mo)
- Fuel$32
- Rego + CTP$18
- ServicingNo data
- Tyres$8
- InsuranceNo data
Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year at $2.10/L premium 95 (the site default price). VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.
~$58,560 drive away (est. VIC)From $54,800 RRP, excl. on-road costs. Estimate incl. VIC stamp duty, rego + CTP and est. dealer delivery. Confirm with the dealer.Stamp duty rates from State Revenue Office Victoria, current as of 29 October 2026. They change each financial year; confirm with the regulator before you sign.
Repayment estimate≈$230/wk(≈$998/mo)
$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.
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Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates
True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)
$5,411
per year to run
$81,854
total 5yr cost
$1.05
per kilometre
Where the 5-year total goes
About $5,411/year to run, or $27,055 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.
* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel: each car's official consumption figure at 15,600 km a year and $2.10/L premium petrol. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.
Depreciation Analysis
48%
retained after 5 years
$26,304
estimated 5yr value
-$28,496
total depreciation
Depreciation estimates are modelled from typical retention curves for each vehicle type, not from recorded resale data for this specific car. Actual resale values may vary significantly based on condition, mileage, service history, market conditions, and other factors. This is not financial advice.
Tyres: 225/40 R18 front, as fitted
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Warranty, servicing & roadside
5 yr
Unlimited · 12yr rust
Yes
every 15,000km / 12mo
5 yr
fixed term
Good to know
- Warranty transfers to the next owner (helps resale)
Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 24 Jul 2026.
Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.
Servicing
Interval
12 months / 15,000 km
whichever comes first; the first service is due at the same point
Capped-price servicing
Yes
Scheduled cost, years 1-3
No data
Scheduled cost, years 1-5
No data
Scheduled costs from Audi's published service prices, checked 8 Oct 2026. No data where the manufacturer does not print a price for every visit in the period.
Servicing and the warranty
“However, the owner of the vehicle is responsible to ensure that the vehicle is serviced in accordance with the Service Schedule. Damage of defects relating to improper service or lack of service will not be accepted under the terms of this warranty. ... Warranty may not apply if the following conditions exist at any time: -If the vehicle has not been serviced and maintained as per the manufacturer's recommendations. ... -Accidents. Defects caused by work carried out by repairers other than authorised Audi Dealers or approved repairers.”
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Recalls for the 2026 Audi A3 35 TFSI S line Sportback, plus a warranty reminder if you add the month.
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Safety
View ANCAP ReportRecalls on the federal register
None open on our record · 9 for other years of the A3None open on our record for this car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
▶9 notices for other years of the A3(each prints its own year range; they do not cover this car on our record)
▶REC-00577112 Sep 2023Years on the notice: 2019 - 2023Due to an installation defect, the internal fuse box wiring harness may become loose.
- Models on the notice:
- A3, Q2
- Year range on the notice:
- 2019 - 2023
- Variant applicability:
- All variants within this model
- Campaign:
- 97HO
- What the notice says to do:
- Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Audi Australia Pty Ltd and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Audi dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.
▶REC-0000305 Nov 2020Years on the notice: 2011 - 2012Due to a production fault, over time a crack in the transmission’s pressure accumulator can occur.
- Models on the notice:
- A1, A3, TT
- Year range on the notice:
- 2011 - 2012
- Campaign:
- 35e4
- What the notice says to do:
- Audi Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Audi dealer to arrange for inspection and repair. For further information, contact the Audi Australia on 1800 50 AUDI (2834) between 8am and 6pm AET or email customerassistance@audi-info.com.au
▶REC-0000316 May 2020Years on the notice: 2007 - 2016Due to a production fault, over time a crack in the transmissions pressure accumulator can occur.
- Models on the notice:
- A1, A3, TT
- Year range on the notice:
- 2007 - 2016
- Campaign:
- 35e7
- What the notice says to do:
- Audi Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Audi dealer to arrange for inspection and repair. For further information, contact the Audi Australia 24-hour toll free number 1800 50 AUDI (2834).
▶REC-00381328 Nov 2017Years on the notice: the notice prints no build rangeA fault in the manufacturing process for the rear hub carriers has caused a discrepancy in the material hardness.
- Models on the notice:
- A3 & Q2
- Year range on the notice:
- the notice prints no build range
- Campaign:
- 4213
- What the notice says to do:
- Audi Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Owners should contact their nearest Audi Dealer to arrange for inspection and repair of the vehicle. For any queries or concerns please contact the Audi Australia 24 hour toll-free number 1800 50 AUDI (2834).
▶REC-00003410 May 2017Years on the notice: 2008 - 2009A fault in an earth connection on the ESC control unit may occur due to excessive thermo-mechanical strain on components in the control unit.
- Models on the notice:
- A3
- Year range on the notice:
- 2008 - 2009
- Campaign:
- 45F5
- What the notice says to do:
- Audi Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Owners should contact their nearest Audi dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle. Until the new software has been installed, owners should keep the vehicle well within its handling limits by adjusting the vehicle speed in advance to suit the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions. For any queries or concerns please contact Audi Australia on the 24-hour toll free number 1800 50 AUDI (2834).
▶REC-0000228 Oct 2015Years on the notice: 2013 - 2014In certain vehicles the fuel delivery pump that supplies fuel to the engine may fail.
- Models on the notice:
- A3 (8V)
- Year range on the notice:
- 2013 - 2014
- Campaign:
- 20V5
- What the notice says to do:
- Consumers should contact their nearest Authorised Audi Dealership for inspection and repairs.
▶REC-00002725 Nov 2013Years on the notice: the notice prints no build rangeOn Audi A1, A3 and TT model vehicles with a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (DSG) manufactured within a specific period, conductive deposits may form in the gearbox control unit (due to electrolysis).
- Models on the notice:
- A1, A3 & TT
- Year range on the notice:
- the notice prints no build range
- Campaign:
- 34F4
- What the notice says to do:
- A letter is being sent to affected consumers. Appropriate Instructions by way of Service Bulletin covering this recall are being issued to all Audi dealers in Australia. For further information contact your local Audi dealership.
▶REC-00002914 Jun 2013Years on the notice: 2008 - 2011Due to electrolysis, the DSG transmissions are susceptible to conductive deposits forming in the gearbox control units, possibly causing the gearbox fuse to blow.
- Models on the notice:
- A1 & A3
- Year range on the notice:
- 2008 - 2011
- Campaign:
- 35C2
- What the notice says to do:
- Vehicle owners will be contacted directly. For enquiries, owners may contact Audi Customer Service on 1-800-502-834.
▶REC-00341323 Jan 2012Years on the notice: the notice prints no build rangeLeaks may occur in the high-pressure fuel lines due to faulty pipe material.
- Models on the notice:
- A3
- Year range on the notice:
- the notice prints no build range
- Campaign:
- 23J8
- What the notice says to do:
- A letter is being sent to affected consumers. Affected vehicles will be retrofitted with vibration dampers for the high-pressure lines.
The register does not publish whether a campaign is complete, so a listed campaign may already be fixed on your car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.
Safety Features
39 confirmed · 1 optional · 21 no dataAudi A3 by model year
2026 Audi A3 · 8Y (2021-)
6 variants · from $54,800–$81,5152024 Audi A3 · 8Y (2021-)
2 variants2023 Audi A3 · 8Y (2021-)
6 variants2022 Audi A3 · 8Y (2021-)
6 variants2016 Audi A3 · 8V (2012-2020)
14 variants2015 Audi A3 · 8V (2012-2020)
7 variants2014 Audi A3 · 8V (2012-2020)
4 variants2012 Audi A3 · 8P (2003-2013)
5 variants2010 Audi A3 · 8P (2003-2013)
10 variants · was $36,200–$56,200 newOptionalFactory options for this variantshow all 2 ▾
2 factory options available at extra cost — shown as amber capsules in the features sections above.
- 360 cameraOptional
- Rear privacy glassOptional
Full Specifications
Engine & Drivetrain10 itemsEngine Size 1.5L · Cylinders 4 · Engine Layout Inline
Dimensions & Weights9 itemsLength 4,352 mm · Width 1,816 mm · Height 1,441 mm
Towing & Load4 itemsTowing (Braked) 1,200 kg · Towing (Unbraked) 750 kg · Towball Download 120 kg
Fuel & Economy4 itemsCombined 5.3 L/100km · Fuel Tank 50L · Minimum RON RON 95
Engineering Detail4 itemsFront Track 1,554 mm · Rear Track 1,525 mm · Front Overhang 906 mm
Technology & Connectivity26 itemsTouchscreen Size 10.1" · Digital Cluster Size 12.3" · USB Ports (Front) 2
5 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Driver Assistance & Safety22 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · AEB (High Speed) · AEB (Low Speed)
9 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Cameras & Parking5 itemsReversing Camera · Front Parking Sensors · Rear Parking Sensors
3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Audio System4 itemsSpeakers 10 speakers · Digital Radio (DAB+) · Bluetooth Audio
1 further feature is not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover it. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks it.
Comfort & Convenience32 itemsClimate Zones 2-zone · Seat Material Leather · Seat Adjustments 8-way
17 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes9 itemsWheel Size 18" · Wheel Material Alloy · Tyre Setup Square setup
1 further feature is not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover it. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks it.
Lighting & Visibility13 itemsLED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights · Auto High Beam
7 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Suspension & Steering5 itemsFront Suspension MacPherson strut · Rear Suspension Multi-link · Steering Type Electric Power Steering
7 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Off-Road Capability2 itemsGround Clearance 140mm · Hill Descent Control
13 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Warranty & Servicing5 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 5 years / Unlimited · Roadside Assistance 5 years · Anti-Corrosion Warranty 12 years
Price tracker
Standing price
$54,800 RRP before on-road costs
We check the manufacturer's published price regularly and record every change here.
RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.
Overview
The 2026 Audi A3 35 TFSI S line Sportback is a premium compact hatchback that suits buyers wanting sophisticated German engineering with practical five-seat versatility and a decent 380-litre boot for daily life. Its standout strength is the mild-hybrid 1.5-litre petrol engine delivering respectable efficiency at 5.3L/100km combined with strong mid-range torque of 250Nm, making it genuinely quick around town without excessive fuel consumption. One thing to consider: you'll need to factor in premium fuel requirements typical of Audi's TSI engines, though the five-year warranty offers protection.
Quick Insights
How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most
Economy & Emissions
Combined
5.3 L/100km
Cost per 100km
~$11.13
CO2 Emissions
122 g/km
Minimum RON
RON 95
Fuel Tank
50L
Est. Range
~943 km
Autonomous and advanced safety
Range in the real world
How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figureTowing and load
The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to towCost to tow
The real fuel/energy cost once you hitch up. Pick a trailer and trip.
⚠ Not every limit could be checked: the manufacturer publishes no payload for this vehicle, so this verdict rests only on the limits that are published.
Estimate only: consumption rises as range falls; real use varies with terrain, wind and load.
Child seats and anchors
ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame, the quickest, most mistake-proof fit.
Top-tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat, so rear seats almost always have them.
Most 5-seat cars carry 2 ISOFIX on the outer 2nd-row seats plus tethers across the row; some 7-seaters add anchors in the third row.
Dimensions and capacity
Length
4,352 mm
Width
1816 mm
Height
1441 mm
Wheelbase
2635 mm
Kerb Weight
1395 kg
Boot (seats up)
380L
Ground Clearance
140 mm
Towing (Braked)
1,200 kg
Turning Circle
10.6 m
Built for quietness
- Acoustic glassNo data
- Active noise cancellationNo data
- Low-profile tyres (40)
Indicators from the manufacturer's equipment list and the car's own specification. CarSorted has not measured this car's cabin noise.
Specifications
Year
2026
Body Style
Liftback
Fuel Type
Petrol
Powertrain
Mild Hybrid
Transmission
7-speed S tronic
Drive Type
FWD
Seats
5
ANCAP Rating
5/5 (2025)
Tyre & Sidewall Comparison
Audi A3 35 TFSI S line Sportback
90mm wall
225/40 R18
225mm wide · 18" rim · 637mm OD
40-profile · Low profile
Drawn at a shared scale across the compared cars and across both ends of a staggered car, so a bigger tyre is genuinely bigger. Sidewall view shows wall height (profile); tread view shows width. Price band is an indicative fitted cost, budget brand (low) to premium brand (high), for four of the one size or for two fronts plus two rears where the car is staggered, unless a verified set price is on file. Actual prices vary by brand, retailer and fitting.
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Factory size (this car)
225/40R18
Geometry from nominal sizes. Ride height is the axle centre, not guard clearance. VSB14 class: passenger car (+15mm / -26mm); check your placard and a certifier before fitting.
Performance
How quick is it?
0-100 times as published and held in our records. Counts cover on-sale cars with a figure and refresh daily.
Technology & Connectivity
9 confirmed · 1 optional · 10 no dataConnectivity
Audio System
Speakers
10
Body Type
Sedan
Traditional 4-door body with separate boot. Low centre of gravity provides excellent handling and fuel efficiency.
5
Seats
380L
Boot
1,200kg
Towing
Best For
- Commuting
- Highway driving
- Fuel economy
- Smooth ride
Considerations
- Limited cargo space vs SUV
- Lower ride height
- Less ground clearance
Fuel & Powertrain
Fuel Type
Petrol
What the car runs on
Powertrain
Mild Hybrid
Propulsion technology
Petrol
Petrol engine. Standard internal combustion engine running on unleaded fuel.
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Pricing disclaimer: Displayed prices are based on the manufacturer's recommended retail price (MRRP) and estimated drive-away price, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes based on a Melbourne, VIC location. Prices may vary between states and territories. Additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers. Always confirm final pricing with your local authorised dealer.
Specifications: Vehicle specifications, features, and images are sourced from manufacturer data and may represent higher-spec variants. Standard equipment varies by variant. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision.
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Official Data Sources:
The AAA's Real-World Testing Program drives each car it tests over a roughly 93 km route of public roads around Geelong and measures its fuel or energy use (and an EV's range), printed beside the lab figure.
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may contain errors. Always verify with your dealer before purchase.
Audi A3: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade
Every figure below is read off Audi’s Australian documents for the 6 grades on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.
Price band of each powertrain
| Powertrain | Grades | Price band |
|---|---|---|
| Mild-hybrid petrol | 2 | $54,800 to $57,800RRP |
| Petrol | 4 | $62,800 to $81,515RRP |
Mild-hybrid petrol: 35 TFSI S line Sportback and 35 TFSI S line Sedan
Petrol: 40 TFSI quattro S line Sportback, 40 TFSI quattro S line Sedan, S3 Sportback and S3 Sedan
Fuel or energy a year, estimated
- Mild-hybrid petrol: about $1,740 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $2.10/L premium petrol
- Petrol: about $2,130 to $2,590 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $2.10/L premium petrol
Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.
Warranty and servicing
- New-car warranty
- 5yr / unlimited km
- Service interval
- 12 months / 15,000 km
- Capped-price servicing
- Published for 6 of 6 grades.
ANCAP, by exact grade
- 5/5 (2025)
A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.
Safety recalls on the Audi A3
None of the recall notices we have verified is matched to the grades listed here. That is a statement about our register, not a clearance: check a specific car by VIN on the government’s Product Safety Australia recalls register before you buy.
9 more verified notices are matched to other Audi A3 rows we hold, not to the grades above(show)
- Due to an installation defect, the internal fuse box wiring harness may become loose. Year range on the notice: 2019 - 2023. REC-005771 on the government register
- Due to a production fault, over time a crack in the transmission’s pressure accumulator can occur. Year range on the notice: 2011 - 2012. REC-000030 on the government register
- Due to a production fault, over time a crack in the transmissions pressure accumulator can occur. Year range on the notice: 2007 - 2016. REC-000031 on the government register
- A fault in the manufacturing process for the rear hub carriers has caused a discrepancy in the material hardness. REC-003813 on the government register
- A fault in an earth connection on the ESC control unit may occur due to excessive thermo-mechanical strain on components in the control unit. Year range on the notice: 2008 - 2009. REC-000034 on the government register
- In certain vehicles the fuel delivery pump that supplies fuel to the engine may fail. Year range on the notice: 2013 - 2014. REC-000022 on the government register
- On Audi A1, A3 and TT model vehicles with a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (DSG) manufactured within a specific period, conductive deposits may form in the gearbox control unit (due to electrolysis). REC-000027 on the government register
- Due to electrolysis, the DSG transmissions are susceptible to conductive deposits forming in the gearbox control units, possibly causing the gearbox fuse to blow. Year range on the notice: 2008 - 2011. REC-000029 on the government register
- Leaks may occur in the high-pressure fuel lines due to faulty pipe material. REC-003413 on the government register
Size, capacity and weights across the grades
| Figure | Across the grades | Grades holding it |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,351 to 4,504 mm | 6 of 6 |
| Width | 1,816 mm | 6 of 6 |
| Height | 1,402 to 1,441 mm | 6 of 6 |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 to 2,635 mm | 6 of 6 |
| Ground clearance | 125 to 140 mm | 6 of 6 |
| Kerb weight | 1,395 to 1,580 kg | 6 of 6 |
| Boot space | 325 to 425 L | 6 of 6 |
| Fuel tank | 50 to 55 L | 6 of 6 |
Every Audi A3 variant in Australia, compared
14 variants of the Audi A3 are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.
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Every Audi A3 variant in Australia, compared
14 variants of the Audi A3 are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.
35 TFSI S line Sportback2026$54,800110kW / 250Nm5.3L/100kmFWD5
Audi A3 35 TFSI S line Sportback
- Power
- 110kW
- Torque
- 250Nm
- 0–100
- 8.1s
- Fuel use
- 5.3L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- Towing
- 1,200kg
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2025)
The 2026 Audi A3 35 TFSI S line Sportback is a premium compact hatchback that suits buyers wanting sophisticated German engineering with practical five-seat versatility and a decent 380-litre boot for daily life. Its standout strength is the mild-hybrid 1.5-litre petrol engine delivering respectable efficiency at 5.3L/100km combined with strong mid-range torque of 250Nm, making it genuinely quick around town without excessive fuel consumption. One thing to consider: you'll need to factor in premium fuel requirements typical of Audi's TSI engines, though the five-year warranty offers protection.
Configure the 35 TFSI S line Sportback35 TFSI S line Sedan2026$57,800110kW / 250Nm5.3L/100kmFWD5
Audi A3 35 TFSI S line Sedan
- Power
- 110kW
- Torque
- 250Nm
- 0–100
- 8.1s
- Fuel use
- 5.3L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- Towing
- 1,200kg
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2025)
The 2026 Audi A3 35 TFSI S line is a compact European sedan that suits buyers wanting premium styling and technology without the cost of larger Audi models, with its 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine delivering 110kW and 250Nm through front-wheel drive. Its standout strength is genuine efficiency-the 5.3L/100km consumption is class-leading for a petrol sedan, translating to lower running costs and fewer fuel stops. One consideration: the 425-litre boot is competitive for the class, though rear seat space is tighter than comparable Japanese sedans, so try the back seats before committing.
Configure the 35 TFSI S line Sedan40 TFSI quattro S line Sportback2026$62,800150kW / 320Nm6.6L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro S line Sportback
- Power
- 150kW
- Torque
- 320Nm
- 0–100
- 6.3s
- Fuel use
- 6.6L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
- Towing
- 1,200kg
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2025)
The 2026 Audi A3 TFSI quattro Sportback is a premium five-seat hatchback that suits buyers wanting German engineering with practical all-wheel drive, delivering 150kW from its 2.0-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine paired with an S Tronic dual-clutch auto. Its standout strength is genuine everyday efficiency, returning just 6.6L/100km combined with quattro traction, plus a roomy 380-litre boot and 1200kg towing capacity that punches above its compact class.
Configure the 40 TFSI quattro S line Sportback40 TFSI quattro S line Sedan2026$65,800150kW / 320Nm6.5L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro S line Sedan
- Power
- 150kW
- Torque
- 320Nm
- 0–100
- 6.3s
- Fuel use
- 6.5L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
- Towing
- 1,200kg
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2025)
The 2026 Audi A3 TFSI quattro is a sharp premium sedan that suits drivers after German engineering with AWD capability and a bit of sportiness. It delivers impressive fuel efficiency at 6.5L/100km combined, so you're not breaking the bank at the bowser despite the peppy 150kW engine. The main thing to consider is the premium pricing at $65,800, which puts it in a competitive segment where you might find more space or features in rival offerings.
Configure the 40 TFSI quattro S line SedanS3 Sportback2026$78,800245kW / 420Nm7.9L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 S3 Sportback
- Power
- 245kW
- Torque
- 420Nm
- 0–100
- 4.7s
- Fuel use
- 7.9L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2025)
The 2026 Audi A3 S3 Sportback is a five-seat petrol liftback that wraps hot-hatch performance in an everyday body, with all-wheel drive and a 7-speed S tronic. It's $78,800 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Its 245kW and 420Nm get it from 0-100km/h in a claimed 4.7 seconds. It uses 7.9L/100km on the combined cycle from a 55-litre fuel tank, and the boot holds 325 litres with the seats up. We don't have a braked towing figure for it yet, so it suits someone wanting a quick, compact five-door for daily use.
Configure the S3 SportbackS3 Sedan2026$81,515245kW / 420Nm7.8L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 S3 Sedan
- Power
- 245kW
- Torque
- 420Nm
- 0–100
- 4.7s
- Fuel use
- 7.8L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2025)
The 2026 Audi A3 S3 Sedan is a five-seat petrol sedan with all-wheel drive and a 7-speed S tronic gearbox. It's priced at $81,515 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs. Fuel use is 7.8L/100km on the combined cycle, and the boot holds 425 litres with the seats up. We don't have a braked towing capacity for it yet. It suits someone who wants a compact sedan with serious engine outputs and a usable boot for daily life.
Configure the S3 SedanA3 40 TFSI quattro Sedan2022POA140kW / 320Nm6.6L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 A3 40 TFSI quattro Sedan
- Power
- 140kW
- Torque
- 320Nm
- 0–100
- 7s
- Fuel use
- 6.6L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
The 2022 (MY22) Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro Sedan is the Australian-delivered 8Y-generation A3 in sedan body. Audi Australia's MY22 A3 | S3 specification guide lists a 1,984 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 140 kW and 320 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to quattro all-wheel drive. Audi quotes 7.0 seconds to 100 km/h and a 248 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 6.6 L/100km with 151 g/km of CO2, both certified on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle and calculated on 19-inch wheels. Unladen weight is 1,465 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, which includes a 75 kg driver and a tank at 90 percent. The tank holds about 55 litres. Audi Australia publishes no exterior dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide. It is now a used-market buy.
Configure the A3 40 TFSI quattro SedanA3 40 TFSI quattro Sportback2023POA140kW / 320Nm6.7L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 A3 40 TFSI quattro Sportback
- Power
- 140kW
- Torque
- 320Nm
- 0–100
- 7s
- Fuel use
- 6.7L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
The 2023 (MY23) Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro Sportback is the Australian-delivered 8Y A3 in sportback body. Audi Australia's MY23 A3 | S3 guide lists a 1,984 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine making 140 kW and 320 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to quattro all-wheel drive. Audi quotes 7.0 seconds to 100 km/h and a 241 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 6.7 L/100km with 154 g/km CO2 on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle. Unladen weight is 1,535 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, notably heavier than the MY22 guide's figure for the same grade. The tank holds about 55 litres. Audi Australia publishes no dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide.
Configure the A3 40 TFSI quattro SportbackA3 35 TFSI Sedan2023POA110kW / 250Nm4.9L/100kmFWD5
Audi A3 A3 35 TFSI Sedan
- Power
- 110kW
- Torque
- 250Nm
- 0–100
- 8.4s
- Fuel use
- 4.9L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2020)
The 2023 (MY23) Audi A3 35 TFSI Sedan is the Australian-delivered 8Y A3 in sedan body. Audi Australia's MY23 A3 | S3 guide lists a 1,498 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 48V mild-hybrid assistance making 110 kW and 250 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to the front wheels. Audi quotes 8.4 seconds to 100 km/h and a 232 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 4.9 L/100km with 111 g/km CO2 on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle. Unladen weight is 1,395 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, notably heavier than the MY22 guide's figure for the same grade. The tank holds about 50 litres. Audi Australia publishes no dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide.
Configure the A3 35 TFSI SedanA3 40 TFSI quattro Sedan2023POA140kW / 320Nm6.6L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 A3 40 TFSI quattro Sedan
- Power
- 140kW
- Torque
- 320Nm
- 0–100
- 7s
- Fuel use
- 6.6L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
The 2023 (MY23) Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro Sedan is the Australian-delivered 8Y A3 in sedan body. Audi Australia's MY23 A3 | S3 guide lists a 1,984 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine making 140 kW and 320 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to quattro all-wheel drive. Audi quotes 7.0 seconds to 100 km/h and a 248 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 6.6 L/100km with 151 g/km CO2 on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle. Unladen weight is 1,540 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, notably heavier than the MY22 guide's figure for the same grade. The tank holds about 55 litres. Audi Australia publishes no dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide.
Configure the A3 40 TFSI quattro SedanA3 35 TFSI Sportback2022POA110kW / 250Nm5L/100kmFWD5
Audi A3 A3 35 TFSI Sportback
- Power
- 110kW
- Torque
- 250Nm
- 0–100
- 8.4s
- Fuel use
- 5L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2020)
The 2022 (MY22) Audi A3 35 TFSI Sportback is the Australian-delivered 8Y-generation A3 in sportback body. Audi Australia's MY22 A3 | S3 specification guide lists a 1,498 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 48V mild-hybrid assistance producing 110 kW and 250 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to the front wheels. Audi quotes 8.4 seconds to 100 km/h and a 224 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 5.0 L/100km with 114 g/km of CO2, both certified on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle and calculated on 19-inch wheels. Unladen weight is 1,320 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, which includes a 75 kg driver and a tank at 90 percent. The tank holds about 50 litres. Audi Australia publishes no exterior dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide. It is now a used-market buy.
Configure the A3 35 TFSI SportbackA3 40 TFSI quattro Sportback2022POA140kW / 320Nm6.7L/100kmAWD5
Audi A3 A3 40 TFSI quattro Sportback
- Power
- 140kW
- Torque
- 320Nm
- 0–100
- 7s
- Fuel use
- 6.7L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- AWD
- Seats
- 5
The 2022 (MY22) Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro Sportback is the Australian-delivered 8Y-generation A3 in sportback body. Audi Australia's MY22 A3 | S3 specification guide lists a 1,984 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 140 kW and 320 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to quattro all-wheel drive. Audi quotes 7.0 seconds to 100 km/h and a 241 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 6.7 L/100km with 154 g/km of CO2, both certified on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle and calculated on 19-inch wheels. Unladen weight is 1,460 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, which includes a 75 kg driver and a tank at 90 percent. The tank holds about 55 litres. Audi Australia publishes no exterior dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide. It is now a used-market buy.
Configure the A3 40 TFSI quattro SportbackA3 35 TFSI Sedan2022POA110kW / 250Nm4.9L/100kmFWD5
Audi A3 A3 35 TFSI Sedan
- Power
- 110kW
- Torque
- 250Nm
- 0–100
- 8.4s
- Fuel use
- 4.9L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2020)
The 2022 (MY22) Audi A3 35 TFSI Sedan is the Australian-delivered 8Y-generation A3 in sedan body. Audi Australia's MY22 A3 | S3 specification guide lists a 1,498 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 48V mild-hybrid assistance producing 110 kW and 250 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to the front wheels. Audi quotes 8.4 seconds to 100 km/h and a 232 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 4.9 L/100km with 111 g/km of CO2, both certified on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle and calculated on 19-inch wheels. Unladen weight is 1,320 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, which includes a 75 kg driver and a tank at 90 percent. The tank holds about 50 litres. Audi Australia publishes no exterior dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide. It is now a used-market buy.
Configure the A3 35 TFSI SedanA3 35 TFSI Sportback2023POA110kW / 250Nm5L/100kmFWD5
Audi A3 A3 35 TFSI Sportback
- Power
- 110kW
- Torque
- 250Nm
- 0–100
- 8.4s
- Fuel use
- 5L/100km
- Gearbox
- 7-speed S tronic
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- ANCAP
- 5-star (2020)
The 2023 (MY23) Audi A3 35 TFSI Sportback is the Australian-delivered 8Y A3 in sportback body. Audi Australia's MY23 A3 | S3 guide lists a 1,498 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 48V mild-hybrid assistance making 110 kW and 250 Nm, through a 7-speed S tronic to the front wheels. Audi quotes 8.4 seconds to 100 km/h and a 224 km/h top speed for this body. Combined fuel use is 5.0 L/100km with 114 g/km CO2 on the Australian ADR 81/02 cycle. Unladen weight is 1,395 kg to Directive 92/21/EEC, notably heavier than the MY22 guide's figure for the same grade. The tank holds about 50 litres. Audi Australia publishes no dimensions, boot volume or pricing in this guide.
Configure the A3 35 TFSI Sportback
