Audi A3 2016 Cabrio
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 is being produced from January, 2016. We can provide information about 16 modifications of this generation. 2016 Audi A3 is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (3 versions) and front wheel drive (13 versions).
This Audi is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.0 litres and power of from 115 to 190 horsepower un three 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 (8 versions), as well as automatic (8 versions) gearbox.
Audi A3 2016 cabrio average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is approximately 5.2 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Audi A3 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 31 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 - 6.9 seconds has Audi A3 2.0 TFSI version, conversely the tardiest one is Audi A3 1.6 TDI reaching this speed only in 11.4 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 442 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Audi A3 is about 3 cm longer than Volkswagen Polo sedan, but 10 cm shorter than Honda Civic hatchback. Audi A3 gross weight is from 1855 to 2095 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 12 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Audi A3 trunk space is 320 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 845 litres.
Users calculated Audi A3 2016 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3100 € cost per year and 0.42 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 52%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 22% 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 1.4 TFSI
Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.4 Petrol | 115 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 1.4 TFSI Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 | 1.4 Petrol | 115 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 1.4 TFSI COD ultra Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 1.4 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 1.4 TFSI Jan 2016 — Dec 2017 | 1.4 Petrol | 150 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 1.5 35 TFSI | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2017 1.5 TFSI Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2016 1.5 35 TFSI | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2017 1.5 TFSI Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 | 1.5 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Automatic (7) | 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 | - | Manual (6) | 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 — Dec 2018 | 2.0 Petrol | 190 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2016 2.0 TFSI 4x4
Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 190 HP | - | 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 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 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 3100 € cost per year and 0.42 € 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 2 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 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