Audi2020-present A3 Overview

Audi A3 Overview (2020 - present)

2020 - present

Tech Specs Summary


127 - 184 mph

3.8 - 10.6 seconds

108 - 401 hp

24.7 - 784 mpg
lb
2,690 - 3,549 lbs

11.3 - 23.9 ft3 (Sedan)

9.9 - 42.4 ft3 (Hatchback)
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This generation of the Audi A3 is produced by the German manufacturer Audi and started production in 2020. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and comes as either a sedan or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 108 hp 1 L Inline 3 Turbo gasoline engine all the way to a 401 hp 2.5 L Inline 5 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the A3 is the Audi RS 3 Sportback performance edition which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 401 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.64 lb/hp it has a top speed of 184 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Audi A3 Sportback 35 TDI
(2020 - 2024)
...ck 35 TDI

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Audi A3 Sportback 35 TDI is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 839 miles and can store 13.4-42.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,631 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.

Euro NCAP Results

2020
★★★★★
Standard Safety Equipment
Adult Occupant
89%
Child Occupant
81%
Vulnerable Road Users
68%
Safety Assist
73%
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