Audi A3 2016 8V Sedan
The engine and gearbox are great - the gears engage quietly and at the right time. Acceleration is smooth and even. The suspension is quite soft, despite the 18 inch wheels. Four-wheel drive is a thing - the car is very confident even on icy roads.
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This generation of Audi A3 8V has been produced from January, 2016 to December, 2020. We can provide information about 22 modifications of this generation. 2016 Audi A3 is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (3 versions) and front wheel drive (19 versions).
This Audi is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.0 to 2.0 litres and power of from 115 to 190 horsepower un four diesel engines with displacement from 1.6 to 2.0 litres and power of from 110 to 184 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (10 versions), as well as automatic (12 versions) gearbox.
Audi A3 2016 8V sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle is from 5 to 5.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Audi A3 2016 8V sedan version is Audi A3 1.4 TFSI, consuming 5 litres of petrol per 100km.
According to user reviews, Audi A3 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 40 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Audi A3 modification.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.2 seconds has Audi A3 2.0 TFSI quattro version, conversely the tardiest one is Audi A3 1.6 TDI reaching this speed only in 10.7 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 4-cylinder 190 hp version (Audi A3 2.0 TFSI) and the 2.0 petrol 4-cylinder 190 hp version (Audi A3 2.0 TFSI).
Lenght of Audi A3 is 446 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Audi A3 is about 7 cm longer than Volkswagen Polo sedan, but 8 cm shorter than Ford Focus sedan. Audi A3 gross weight is from 1735 to 1980 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 9 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This Audi is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 18 000 €. Users calculated Audi A3 2016 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 4000 € cost per year and 0.50 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 41%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 19% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Audi A3 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Audi A3 prices and costs.
Audi A3 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Audi A3 2016 1.0 TFSI Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 1.0 Petrol | 115 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 1.0 TFSI Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 1.0 Petrol | 115 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2018 1.0 30 TFSI
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.0 Petrol | 116 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2018 1.0 30 TFSI Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 1.0 Petrol | 116 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2016 1.4 TFSI
Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 150 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2016 1.4 TFSI
Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 150 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2017 1.5 TFSI Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2018 1.5 35 TFSI Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2017 1.5 TFSI Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2018 1.5 35 TFSI Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 1.6 TDI Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 1.6 Diesel | 110 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2016 1.6 TDI
Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.6 Diesel | 110 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2018 1.6 30 TDI Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 1.6 Diesel | 116 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2018 1.6 30 TDI Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 1.6 Diesel | 116 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 2.0 TFSI Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 2.0 Petrol | 190 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 2.0 TFSI Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 190 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2016 2.0 TFSI quattro 4x4
Jan 2016 — Jan 2020 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 190 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) | All wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 2.0 TDI Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 2.0 TDI Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2018 2.0 35 TDI Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 2.0 TDI 4x4 Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Audi A3 2016 2.0 TDI 4x4
Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 Most powerfull diesel version (184 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | - | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A3 prices
Audi A3 2016 - 2020 sedan price in Latvia is from 10500 € to 33000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Audi A3 price is above average (compare sedans 2016 - 2020 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 2020 price | 24 500 € | 27 500 € | 33 000 € | |
| Audi A3 2019 price | 16 500 € | 17 500 € | 18 500 € | |
| Audi A3 2018 price | 16 500 € | 18 000 € | 19 000 € | |
| Audi A3 2017 price | 13 500 € | 15 500 € | 17 000 € | |
| Audi A3 2016 price | 10 500 € | 12 000 € | 14 000 € |
Audi A3 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Audi A3? Users calculated Audi A3 2016 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 4000 € cost per year and 0.50 € cost per one kilometer.
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Audi A3 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Audi A3 reliability is entirely high. In the roadworthiness tests in 2022 defects were detected in an average of only 4.4 percent of Audi A3 of this generation (on average 4 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 6.4%.
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Audi A3 2016 8V sedan features (options)
Percentage of Audi A3 with corresponding feature (option)
96% Rain sensor
96% Tire pressure control
82% Metallic paint
76% Conditioning
51% Bi-xenon lights
49% Xenon headlights
37% Distance control
19%
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Audi A3 reviews
Total 23 Audi A3 owner reviews
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Pros: The engine and gearbox are great - the gears engage quietly and at the right time. Acceleration is smooth and even. The suspension is quite soft, despite the 18 inch wheels. Four-wheel drive is a thing - the car is very confident even on icy roads.
Cons: The seats look cool, but I would not call them comfortable. Consumption is quite higher than stated