2012 Audi A3

    2012 Audi A3

    $9,300 - $21,400

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    Fuel Efficiency4.5 - 7.6 / 100km
    ANCAP RatingNot tested
    Warranty3 years
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    About the A3

    The 2012 Audi A3 was available in eighteen variants, is classed as a Small Car and was built in Germany. Buyers could choose from both diesel or premium unleaded petrol engines.

    The 2012 Audi A3 was sold with engines that range in size from 1.4L to 2.0L and from turbocharged four-cylinders to turbocharged four-cylinders.

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    A3 Warranty

    What is the warranty period and kilometre limit for the Audi A3?

    Depending on the variant, AUDI suggested that owners service their 2012 AUDI A3 every 12 to 24 months, or 15,000 to 30,000km, whichever comes first.

    The 2012 AUDI A3 had a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    A3 Fuel Economy

    How much fuel does the Audi A3 use and what are its emissions?

    Depending on the variant, view the 2012 AUDI A3 fuel usage below.

    All Highway, City, and Combined figures below are litres per 100km

    VariantSeriesStyleFuel TypeHighwayCityCombinedE10?
    SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI ATTRACTION8P MY135D HATCHBACKDIESEL--4.5-
    SPORTBACK 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY125D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--5.8-
    SPORTBACK 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY135D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--5.8-
    SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI ATTRACTION8P MY125D HATCHBACKDIESEL--4.5-
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY125D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--6.7-
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY135D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--6.7-
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI AMBITION8P MY135D HATCHBACKDIESEL--5.3-
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI AMBITION8P MY125D HATCHBACKDIESEL--5.3-
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY125D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--6.7-
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY135D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--6.7-
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO AMB8P MY135D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--7.6-
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO AMB8P MY125D HATCHBACKPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--7.6-
    1.8 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY132D CABRIOLETPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--6.9-
    1.8 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY122D CABRIOLETPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--6.9-
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY132D CABRIOLETPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--7.6-
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY122D CABRIOLETPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--7.6-
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY122D CABRIOLETPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--7.6-
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY132D CABRIOLETPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--7.6-

    A3 Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Audi A3

    Depending on the variant, the 2012 AUDI A3 measures as below.

    VariantSeriesStyleLength (mm)Width (mm)Height (mm)Wheelbase (mm)
    SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI ATTRACTION8P MY135D HATCHBACK4292176514232578
    SPORTBACK 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY125D HATCHBACK4292176514232578
    SPORTBACK 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY135D HATCHBACK4292176514232578
    SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI ATTRACTION8P MY125D HATCHBACK4292176514232578
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY125D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY135D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI AMBITION8P MY135D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI AMBITION8P MY125D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY125D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION8P MY135D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO AMB8P MY135D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO AMB8P MY125D HATCHBACK4286176514232578
    1.8 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY132D CABRIOLET4283176513692578
    1.8 TFSI ATTRACTION8P MY122D CABRIOLET4283176513692578
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY132D CABRIOLET4283176513692578
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY122D CABRIOLET4283176513692578
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY122D CABRIOLET4283176513692578
    2.0 TFSI AMBITION8P MY132D CABRIOLET4283176513692578

    The 2012 AUDI A3 has a braked towing capacity from 1200kg to 1600kg depending on the variant and an unbraked towing capacity from 690kg to 750kg depending on the variant.

    A3 Market Fit

    Where does it fit in the competitor segment?

    The Audi A3 is categorised as a Small Car

    Frequently Asked Questions

    If buying from a dealer as a used car, the 2012 Audi A3 range is priced from $9,300 for the "A3 SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI ATTRACTION" variant and finishes at $22,000 for the "A3 2.0 TFSI AMBITION" variant. If you were to trade a used 2012 Audi A3 in to a dealer, you can expect a second hand price of $6,600 for the "A3 SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI ATTRACTION" variant up to $17,400 for the "A3 2.0 TFSI AMBITION" variant. These prices may vary depending on the condition and mileage of the vehicle.

    The 2012 Audi A3 is built in Germany and is then shipped to Australia.

    The 2012 Audi A3 has a braked towing capacity from 1200kg to 1600kg depending on the variant and an unbraked towing capacity from 690kg to 750kg depending on the variant.

    Depending on the variant, Audi suggested that owners service their the 2012 Audi A3 every a 12 to 24 months, or 15,000 to 30,000km, whichever comes first.

    The 2012 Audi A3 has not been tested by ANCAP yet.

    The variants of the 2012 Audi A3 use Diesel or Premium Unleaded Petrol.

    The 2012 Audi A3 comes in 2 or 5 door variants.

    The 2012 Audi A3 had a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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