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Audi A3 Base (2020) price & specs
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Overview
The 2020 Audi A3 Base is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 3rd July 2020 classified as a 8V. The Audi A3 is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $42,300 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 is powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 110 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. Audi claims the A3 Base uses 4.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 115g of CO2. It has a 50L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1020km per full tank
The Audi A3 measures 1416mm (55.7 inches) in height, 4456mm (175.4 inches) in length, 1796mm (70.7 inches) in width with a 2637mm (103.8 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1325kg (2921.1 lbs) of unladen weight. The A3 Base comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2020 Audi A3 Base has a 140mm ground clearance with a 1700kg braked and 660kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
64.89 - 103.32 kW/t
64.89 kW/t
189.6 kW/t
Boot Space
340 - 425 litres
260 litres
625 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.8 - 6.1 L/100km
1.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
833 - 1,042 km
573 km
1,098 km
Price
$36,600 - $54,500
$24,990
$102,910
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,795 - 1,945 kg
1,730 kg
2,270 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,700 - 1,800 kg
1,200 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
125 - 140 mm
104 mm
175 mm
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Dimensions
4,456 mm
1,796 mm
1,416 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,456 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,796 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,637 mm |
| Load Capacity | 475 mm |
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Explore Audi A3 Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.0
Media Control
Wheel: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Cylinder Shutdown
Number of Cylinders: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 115
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 74.5
Engine (cc): 1395
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Czea
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 80.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1020
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 634
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 23.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 67
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 56
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 39
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 224
Maximum Speed (mph): 139
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Hill Holder
Manufacturer: Hill Hold Assist
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 425
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.2
Front Track (mm): 1555
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Overall Height (in): 55.7
Overall Height (mm): 1416
Overall Length (in): 175.4
Overall Length (mm): 4456
Overall Width (in): 70.7
Overall Width (mm): 1796
Rear Track (in): 60.1
Rear Track (mm): 1526
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Wheelbase (in): 103.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2637
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1006
Rear Headroom (in): 36.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 924
Front Hip Room (in): 57.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1453
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1423
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1392
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1345
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Speed Dependent: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Location: Side Indicator Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Black
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3748
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 660
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1455
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1800
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3968
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1325
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2921
Tare Weight (kg): 1295
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 1
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 1
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20130101
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Rating Year: 2013
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Lhd 1.4 3 Door Hatch
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Audi Side Assist
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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