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2022 Audi A3 Premium FWD

The 2022 Audi A3 Premium FWD is a 201-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7-speed s tronic dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $33,900 MSRP and is rated at 32 mpg combined.

It makes 201 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 221 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 29 mpg city and 38 mpg highway (32 mpg combined).

The A3 measures 176.9 inches long on a 103.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,329 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$33,900
MSRP with Destination$34,945
Destination Charge$1,045
Engine
Engine TypeTurbocharged Inline-4 TFSI w/ 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV)
Displacement2 L
Boost Pressure31.7 psi
Horsepower201 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque221 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Valvetrain16-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift
Bore and Stroke82.5 x 92.8
Compression Ratio12.2:1
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch Automatic
1st Gear3.4
2nd Gear2.75
3rd Gear1.767
4th Gear0.925
5th Gear0.705
6th Gear0.755
7th Gear0.635
Reverse2.9
Fuel Economy
City29 MPG
Highway38 MPG
Combined32 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMcPherson strut front axle
Rear SuspensionFour-link rear suspension
Turning Diameter36.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc306mm (12.0in) x 26mm ventilated
Rear Brake Disc272mm (10.7in) x 10mm solid
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17x8.0
Wheels Rear17x8.0
Tires Front225/45R17
Tires Rear225/45R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length176.9 in
Width71.5 in
Height56.2 in
Wheelbase103.5 in
Front Track60.7 in
Rear Track59.6 in
Cargo Volume10.9 ft³
Curb Weight3,329 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front36.8 in
Headroom Rear36.6 in
Legroom Front41.2 in
Legroom Rear35.2 in
Shoulder Room Front54.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear53 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Audi A3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 2, 2022 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91EK and (Audi) 91EL.

NHTSA campaign 22V823000

Oct 26, 2022 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

NHTSA campaign 22V806000

Aug 29, 2022 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi S3, A3, and RS3 vehicles. The front passenger air bag may have been folded incorrectly.

Consequence: An incorrectly folded air bag can tear, prohibiting it from deploying properly during a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69DZ.

NHTSA campaign 22V652000

Jul 20, 2022 · SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi S3 and A3 sedans. The retention force of the seat belt tensioner on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadequate to properly restrain the occupants during a crash.

Consequence: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 68i2.

NHTSA campaign 22V515000

Apr 6, 2022 · CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 A3 Sedan and S3 Sedan vehicles. The child seat anchorage fitting sleeves are incorrectly marked with a different symbol than the one described in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

Consequence: An incorrectly marked child restraint anchorage may cause confusion during child seat installation, resulting in a child seat being improperly secured and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace all four fitting sleeves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May24, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72M7.

NHTSA campaign 22V224000

Oct 20, 2021 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

NHTSA campaign 21V825000

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 AUDI A3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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