2023 Audi A3 Trims Comparison
2023 A3 trim level differences
The 2023 Audi A3 is available in two trim levels for this year: Premium and Premium Plus. All A3s are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that's paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, though Audi offers a version of its Quattro all-wheel drive as an option. Regardless of whether you select FWD or AWD, the 2022 A3's engine produces 201 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. Last year's line-topping Prestige trim has been removed, with several of its features being added to the Premium Plus except for the head-up display. That's now only offered on the sporty Audi S3, which (along with the high-performance RS 3) we cover separately.
Which 2023 A3 trim does Edmunds recommend?
While the base model comes well equipped, we suggest stepping up to the Premium Plus trim for the best value. It includes all of the base model's features, but it widely expands the list of standard safety technology and allows for more option packages.
Compare 2023 A3 trims side-by-side
Comparing average pricing near
Rutland, ND
| Vehicle | A3 Premium | A3 Premium Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | Editors' Pick Premium Plus 2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM See all A3 Premium Plus for sale | |
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| Section Title | Features | Features |
| Bluetooth | standard | standard |
| Navigation | Not Available | optional |
| Satellite radio | Not Available | standard |
| Keyless Ignition | standard | standard |
| Cruise control | standard | standard |
| Adaptive cruise control | Not Available | standard |
| Parking assistance | optional | standard |
| Upholstery | leather | leather |
| Heated seats | standard | standard |
| Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available |
| Folding rear seats | standard | standard |
| Sunroof | standard | standard |
| Section Title | Specifications | Specifications |
| Country of final assembly | Germany | Germany |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Engine power | 201 hp @ 4,800 rpm | 201 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Engine torque | 221 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm | 221 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 2.0 l | 2.0 l |
| Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Tire size | 225/45R17 | 225/45R17 |
| Wheel size | 17 X 8.0-in | 17 X 8.0-in |
| Wheel type | alloy wheels | alloy wheels |
| Run flat tires | Not available | Not available |
| Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 28 / 38 / 32 MPG | 28 / 38 / 32 MPG |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Driving Range (city/hwy) | 370 / 502 miles | 370 / 502 miles |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions |
| Turning circle | 36.4 ft. | 36.4 ft. |
| Curb weight | 3,329 lb. | 3,329 lb. |
| Ground Clearance | - | - |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | 78.1 in. | 78.1 in. |
| Overall Width without Mirrors | 71.5 in. | 71.5 in. |
| Height | 56.2 in. | 56.2 in. |
| Length | 176.9 in. | 176.9 in. |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in. | 103.5 in. |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo Space | 10.9 cu. ft. | 10.9 cu. ft. |
| Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed | - | - |
| Front Head Room | 36.8 in. | 36.8 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.8 in. | 54.8 in. |
| Rear Head Room | 36.6 in. | 36.6 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 35.2 in. | 35.2 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.0 in. | 53.0 in. |
| Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
| True Cost to Own® | $38,590 | $39,387 |
| Average Cost Per Mile | $0.51 | $0.53 |
| Depreciation | $9,844 | $10,300 |
| Financing | $4,088 | $4,260 |
| Taxes & Fees | $1,575 | $1,622 |
| Fuel | $7,594 | $7,594 |
| Insurance | $4,672 | $4,794 |
| Maintenance | $6,774 | $6,774 |
| Repairs | $4,043 | $4,043 |
| Section Title | Colors | Colors |
| Interior | Parchment Beige w/Steel Gray Stitching, leather Black w/Rock Gray Stitching, leather Santos Brown w/Steel Gray Stitching, leather | Parchment Beige w/Steel Gray Stitching, leather Black w/Rock Gray Stitching, leather Santos Brown w/Steel Gray Stitching, leather |
| Exterior | Mythos Black Metallic Navarra Blue Metallic Manhattan Gray Metallic Ibis White Florett Silver Metallic Tango Red Metallic Atoll Blue Metallic Glacier White Metallic Brilliant Black | Mythos Black Metallic Navarra Blue Metallic Manhattan Gray Metallic Ibis White Florett Silver Metallic Tango Red Metallic Atoll Blue Metallic Glacier White Metallic Brilliant Black |