Audi

Audi A3

Price $31,800 – $45,000
Fuel consumption 6.7 – 11.3 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 78%(view ratings)
Until Audi unveils the A1, the A3 remains the automaker's smallest car. For 2009, several very minor modifications were brought to the body, while the interior remains the same. On the mechanical side, it is now possible to get the reputed Quattro all-wheel drive system with the 2,0-litre turbo engine, which is great news. Also available is a 3,2-litre V6 engine, again associated to the Quattro system. The finish overall is excellent. One wonders, though, if maintenance costs will be overbearing?

Audi A3

Pricing
MSRP CA$31,800
Fees CA$800
Gas guzzler tax CA$0
Monthly payments CA$598/month
Powertrain
Transmission 6-speed manual
Drivetrain FWD
Vehicle type / Category
Vehicle type Hatchback
Category N/A
Assembly N/A
Generation N/A
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy
City 10.4 L/100km
Highway 6.7 L/100km
Combined 8.7 L/100km
CO₂ emissions N/A
Equipment
Heated front seats standard
Smart key standard
Remote engine start standard
Infotainment
Auxiliary audio input standard
CD player standard
Apple CarPlay compatible not available
Android Auto compatible not available
Bluetooth audio optional
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires
Steering rack and pinion, electrical variable assist
Turning diameter 11 m (35′)
Front suspension independent, Macpherson strut
Rear suspension N/A
Front brakes Disc (ABS)
Rear brakes Disc (ABS)
Front tires P225/45YR17
Rear tires P225/45YR17
Safety
Seat belts 5
Dimensions / Weight
Length 4,285 mm (169″)
Width 1,966 mm (77″)
Height 1,422 mm (56″)
Wheelbase 2,578 mm (101″)
Front track 1,521 mm (60″)
Rear track 1,494 mm (59″)
Weight 1,480 kg (3,263 lb)
Capacities
Passengers 5
Trunk between 351 l and 1,546 l
Fuel tank 55 l (12 gal)
Towing capacity N/A
Performance
0-100 km/h N/A
80-120 km/h N/A
Top speed N/A
Braking distance N/A
Warranty
Base warranty N/A
Powertrain warranty N/A
The Car Guide rating
Driving 8/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 9/10
Comfort 7/10
Average 78%(view ratings)