Audi A3 Sportback 8PA Hatchback 2004
Economical car.
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This Audi is available with seven petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 3.2 litres and power of from 102 to 250 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement from 1.9 to 2.0 litres and power of from 105 to 170 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (13 versions), as well as automatic (8 versions) gearbox.

Audi A3 Sportback 8PA hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.5 to 10.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.1 to 6.4 litres per 100km. The most economical Audi A3 petrol engine version is Audi A3 1.4 T FSI, consuming 6.5 litres per 100km. While the most economical Audi A3 diesel - Audi A3 1.9 TDI for 100 kilometers consumes 5.1 liters of diesel.
Audi A3 Sportback 8PA hatchback CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 154 to 254 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 138 to 173 grams per kilometer. From Audi A3 with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Audi A3 1.4 T FSI which produces an average of 154 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Audi A3 diesels least CO2 distributes Audi A3 1.9 TDI - 138 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.3 seconds has Audi A3 3.2 quattro version, conversely the tardiest one is Audi A3 1.6 reaching this speed only in 13.2 seconds.
Lenght of Audi A3 is 429 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Audi A3 is about 3 cm longer than BMW 3 series hatchback, but 3 cm shorter than Honda Civic hatchback. Audi A3 gross weight is from 1805 to 2125 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 15 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This Audi is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 3700 €. According to user reviews, average Audi A3 repair costs are 280 € per year. Users calculated Audi A3 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.18 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 60%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 23% 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.
In user reviews Audi A3 received average grade 9.3 (from 10), which is good rating, on average cars of this age are rated only 7.9. All authors of reviews would recommend Audi A3 to the friend.
Audi A3 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A3 1.4 T FSI Sep 2007 — Jun 2008 | 1.4 Petrol | 125 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 1.6 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 1.6 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 1.6 FSI Sep 2004 — Sep 2007 | 1.6 Petrol | 116 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 1.8 T FSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 | 1.8 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 1.8 T FSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 | 1.8 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 1.9 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 1.9 TDI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 FSI Jun 2004 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sep 2004 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Oct 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 T FSI quattro Oct 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Mar 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 TDI quattro Jun 2005 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Audi A3 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Audi A3 2.0 TDI quattro Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Audi A3 3.2 quattro Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 3.2 Petrol | 250 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Audi A3 3.2 quattro Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 3.2 Petrol | 250 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Audi A3 prices
Audi A3 2004 - 2008 hatchback price in Latvia is from 2000 € to 5500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Audi A3 price is very high - Audi A3 is approximately for 74 percents more expensive then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2004 - 2008 prices). Audi A3 high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Audi could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Audi A3 2008 price | 3600 € | 4500 € | 5500 € | |
Audi A3 2007 price | 3500 € | 4400 € | 5500 € | |
Audi A3 2006 price | 2800 € | 3800 € | 5000 € | |
Audi A3 2005 price | 2900 € | 3500 € | 4300 € | |
Audi A3 2004 price | 2000 € | 2500 € | 3000 € |
Audi A3 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Audi A3? Users calculated Audi A3 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.18 € cost per one kilometer.
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Audi A3 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of German vehicle inspection service (TÜV) Audi A3 quality is entirely high. In the roadworthiness tests carried out in 2020, defects were detected in an average of only 23.6 percent of Audi A3 of this generation (the average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 29.5%).
Audi A3 Sportback 8PA hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Audi A3 with corresponding feature (option)
85% Conditioning
71% Metallic paint
67% Adjustable steering wheel
62% Rain sensor
39% Cruise control
36% Heated seats
28% Rear parking sensors
22% Leather upholstery
22% Xenon headlights
19% Dimming mirrors
16% Roof bars (railings)
15% Navigation
13%
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Audi A3 reviews
Total 21 Audi A3 owner reviews
Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 72`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 4.5 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 1700 € (~ 566 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend
Fast, economical, good maneuverability, tight and steady on the road. Yes, also a visually sympathetic and solid machine. Requires relatively small investments.
There is no such downside. The only thing my model doesn't have a niche, a pocket where to put a mobile.
Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 13 years) | Owned for: | 120`000 kilometers (5 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 800 € (~ 160 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend
A powerful, comfortable and reliable car. No fear of winter, all-wheel drive works perfectly. If you keep up with all the maintenance, no problems.
Rust appears after 9 Latvian winters.
Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 10`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 12.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 200 € (~ 100 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend