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The A3 is Audi’s smallest sedan and it also serves as an entry point to the German carmaker’s line-up. The Audi A3 has been on sale in India since 2014 and got its last update in 2017. It’s available as a petrol-auto and diesel-auto version.
Our Rating
7
Fuel Type
Petrol
Engine Displacement
1395 cc
Body Style
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Airbags
6
Max Power
150hp at 5000-6000rpm
Max Torque
250Nm at 1500-3000rpm
Gearbox Type
7-speed Dual-Clutch Auto
Warranty Distance
Unlimited km
Warranty Duration
2 Years
Length
4458 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1416 mm
Wheelbase
2637 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
Kerb Weight
1415 kg
Boot Capacity
425 litres
Fuel Type Propulsion
Petrol
Engine Installation
Front
Engine Displacement
1395cc
Engine Type
4 cyls, Turbocharged
Max Engine Power
150hp at 5000-6000rpm
Max Engine Torque
250Nm at 1500-3000rpm
Drive Layout
Front-Wheel Drive
Gearbox Type
Dual-Clutch Auto
Number Of Gears
7
Selectable Differential Lock
Sport Mode Automatic Gearbox
Manual Shifts Via Gear Lever Automatic Gearbox
Paddle Shifters Automatic Gearbox
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 litres
Official Fuel Economy
19.2kpl
Auto Start Stop
Front Suspension Type
Independent, MacPherson Strut
Front Springs
Coil Springs
Rear Suspension Type
Independent, Multi-link
Rear Springs
Coil Springs
Damper Control
Ride Height Adjust
Type Of Power Assist
Electro-Mechanical
Steering Adjust
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Adjust Type
Manual
Turning Radius
5.5 m
Wheels
Alloys
Wheel Size
16-inches
Front Tyre Size
205/45 R16
Rear Tyre Size
205/45 R16
Spare Wheel
Space-saver
Front Brakes
Discs
Rear Brakes
Discs
Airbags
6
Anti Lock Brakes Abs
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Ebd
Brake Assist Ba
Electronic Parking Brake
Traction Control
Electronic Stability Control
Hill Start Assist
Hill Descent Control
Central Locking
Speed Sensing Auto Door Locks
Child Safety Lock
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
Automatic Headlamps
Automatic Wipers
Rear Washer Wiper
Rear Defogger
Day Night Interior Mirror
Manual
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Parking Camera
Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Blind Spot Monitor
Adaptive Cruise Control
Body Coloured Bumpers
Projector Headlamps
Headlight Type
Xenon
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Front Fog Lamps
Seats
Leatherette
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather Wrapped Gear Knob
Drivers Seat Height Adjust
Electric Adjust For Drivers Seat
Drivers Seat Memory
Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust
Electric Adjust For Front Passenger Seat
Front Passenger Seat Memory
Adjustable Front Headrests
Ventilated Seats
No
Heated Seats
No
Massage Seats
No
Front Seat Armrest
Rear Seat Armrest
Adjustable Rear Headrests
Individual Chairs At Rear
No
Rear Seat Backrest Recline
No
Rear Seat Backrest Fold
Rear Seat Backrest Split
Third Row Seats
Audio System
Cd Player
Usb Input
Aux Input
Bluetooth Audio Streaming
Bluetooth Telephone Function
Steering Audio Controls
Steering Phone Controls
Wireless Phone Charging
Display
7-inch Screen
Android Auto
Apple Carplay
Mirrorlink
Web Browser
Video Player
Satellite Navigation
No
Voice Commands
Gesture Controls
Touchpad
Rear Entertainment Screens
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Power Windows With One Touch Down
All
Power Windows With One Touch Up
All
Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust
Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold
Remote Locking
Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Climate Control
Auto 2-zone
Rear Ac Vents
Third Row Ac Vents
Front Passenger Seat Adjust From Rear
Rear Window Sun Shades
Rear Windscreen Sun Shade
Rear Power Outlet
Sunroof
Panoramic
Configurable Ambient Lighting
Driving Modes
Cruise Control
Auto Parking
Launch Control
Dead Pedal
Hands Free Boot Opening
Speedometer
Analog
Tachometer
Analog
Trip Meter
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance To Empty
Low Fuel Level Warning
Instantaneous Consumption
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
Head Up Display
NA
NA
NA
NA
The Audi A3 might lack the flash value of some rivals but its styling is neat and likeable. It’s a similar story on the inside as well; the c...
The Audi A3 might lack the flash value of some rivals but its styling is neat and likeable. It’s a similar story on the inside as well; the cabin doesn’t have that wow factor but all of what you touch is high quality. The A3 works well for owner drivers but it’s not the ideal car for the chauffeur-driven – you can’t spread out in the back and headroom is limited too.
The Audi A3’s 150hp, 1.4-litre petrol engine features cylinder deactivation technology and the system works seamlessly. The engine is smooth and, aided by the quick shifting dual-clutch transmission, offers reasonable performance too. Diesel A3 buyers will like the 143hp, 2.0 diesel engine's performance too. The engine pulls eagerly but can get buzzy at times. Of the other things, the A3 is one of the best-handling Audis, and the ride quality is also largely free from the thuds and thumps we expect from European cars.
Both versions of the A3 are satisfactory and frankly you can’t go wrong with either. Still, we’d lean more towards the quieter petrol. ...
Both versions of the A3 are satisfactory and frankly you can’t go wrong with either. Still, we’d lean more towards the quieter petrol. There’s not a world of a difference between the trims, though the Technology version does get LED headlights, full leather seats and wireless charging among other additions on A3. None of the A3s get Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, however.
Published On Jun 19, 2017
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Published On Feb 18, 2017
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Published On May 26, 2016
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Published On Dec 30, 2014
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Published On Nov 17, 2014
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Published On Jul 10, 2014
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Published On Jul 08, 2014
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Published On Sep 16, 2013
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Published On Oct 27, 2017
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