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2023 Audi A3

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

Class: Subcompact Cars
Body styles: 4dr Sedan Quattro
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 201 hp
Transmission: automatic
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Hybrid
MPG (best): 32 combined · 28 city / 38 hwy
Length: 177.2 in
Curb weight: 2,866 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 2 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 32 MPG combined — 37% better than the average 2023 subcompact car (23.3 MPG).
Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

Modest powerUp to 201 hp, versus about 261 hp for similar 2023 models.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2023 Audi A3 is a subcompact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-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 (28 city / 38 highway), 37% better than the 2023 subcompact car average of 23.3 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 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2023

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 A3 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 A3 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine201 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl

Transmissionautomatic

DriveFWD

Trims

PremiumPremium Plus

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringOptional

Blind-spot interventionOptional

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Rear automatic brakingOptional

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Ingolstadt, Germany

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2023 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	28 / 38 / 32	+37%	$2,100	276
A3 quattro Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM-S7)	All-Wheel Drive	27 / 35 / 30	+29%	$2,250	294

6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

6/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $1,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

23.3 MPG2023 Subcompact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Audi A3.

Similar 2023 subcompact cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2023 Audi A3 (this car)	32 MPG	Not rated	2
2023 BMW 3 Series	29 MPG	Not rated	1
2023 Tesla Model 3	358 mi	★★★★★	12
2023 Audi A5	28 MPG	Not rated	0
2023 Acura Integra	33 MPG	★★★★★	2
2023 BMW 2 Series	29 MPG	Not rated	0
2023 BMW i4	301 mi	Not rated	7

Recalls (2)

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Apr 3, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V251000 · 91 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
Risk: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.

Equipment › Other › Labels · Dec 7, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V901000 · 297 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S3, RS3, and A3 vehicles. The Safety Certification label on the B-pillar is missing weight capacity information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: Missing weight information may result in unintentional overloading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Audi dealers will install an overlay label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50ZZ.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2023 Audi A3 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

7Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

57,083 miTypical mileage at failure

Electrical System4

Unknown Or Other2

Engine1

Power Train1

Communication1

Service Brakes1

Steering1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2023 Audi A3 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
Power Train — 1 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 57,083 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
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 2023 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
2024 A3	32	177.2 in	Not rated	0	2
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 →