What Changed

The 400-bhp RS 3 joins the lineup in the US. Power is provided by an inline five-cylinder engine.

Comparison to Prior Model

2018 Audi A3 Sedan 2017 Audi A3 Sedan
2018 Audi A3 Sedan 2017 Audi A3 Sedan
Price Range ($) $31,950 - $54,900 $31,200 - $54,500
Length (in) 175.4 175.4
Wheelbase (in) 103.8 103.8
Width (in) 70.0 70.0
Height (in) 55.7 55.7
Track (in) 61.2 61.2
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 346.0 346.0
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3197-3462 3197-3462
Legroom Total (in.) 76.3 76.3
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 86.6 86.6
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 10.0 10.0
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • AWD
  • FWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 2.0l I4 T (186-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (220-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (292-bhp)
  • 2.5l I5 T (400-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (186-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (220-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (292-bhp)
  • 2.5l I5 T (400-bhp)
Transmissions SM6, SM7 SM6, SM7
City MPG 19-26 21-26
Highway MPG 28-35 28-35
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