DecodedCars2024 Audi A3
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan Quattro
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 201 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 32 combined · 29 city / 37 hwy
- Length
- 177.2 in
- Curb weight
- 2,866 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 32 MPG combined — 39% better than the average 2024 subcompact car (23.1 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 201 hp, versus about 320 hp for similar 2024 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 13 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Audi A3 is a subcompact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 177 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,866 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 32 MPG combined (29 city / 37 highway), 39% better than the 2024 subcompact car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,100 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 A3 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 A3 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ingolstadt, Germany
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2024 A3 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan Quattro | 177.2 in | 71.7 in | 56.3 in | 103.9 in | 61 / 60.2 in | 2,866 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 37 / 32 | +39% | $2,100 | 279 |
| A3 quattro Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4-Wheel Drive | 27 / 34 / 30 | +30% | $2,250 | 299 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Audi A3.
Similar 2024 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A3 (this car) | 32 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 BMW 3 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 Audi A5 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Acura Integra | 33 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 BMW 2 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Audi A3.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2024 Audi A3 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Audi A3 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Electrical System — 2 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Service Brakes — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Steering — 1 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Audi A3. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other A3 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 A3 | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 A3 | 28 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 A3 | 28 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 A3 | 32 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 7 |
| 2022 A3 | 32 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 6 | 9 |
| 2020 A3 | 30 | 175.6 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 17 |
| 2019 A3 | 29 | 175.6 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 15 |
| 2018 A3 | 36 | 174.8 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 45 |
| 2017 A3 | 34 | 174.8 in | Not rated | 5 | 71 |
| 2016 A3 | 39 | 174.8 in | Not rated | 6 | 121 |
| 2015 A3 | 35 | 174.8 in | Not rated | 7 | 176 |
| 2013 A3 | 32 | 168.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 16 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →