Compare 2012 Audi A3 specifications by trim levels

A3 is a 5-seat Luxury from Audi, which first hit the market back in 2006.

With the price tag ranging from $27,270 to $30,850, the Audi A3 faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura ILX, BMW 228, Buick Verano, Ford Focus.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Audi A3 has a maximum towing capacity of 3850 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Audi A3 boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 28 to 42 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 69.50mm x 169.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 Audi A3

  • Fuel Tank: 14.6 gal

  • Wheelbase: 101.5 in

  • MPG: 21 city/30 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 6.9 sec

  • Ground clearance: 6 in

  • Towing capacity: 3850 lbs

  • Curb: 3219 lbs

  • Tires: P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 19.5 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 169 x 69.5 x 56



2012 Audi A3 Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Audi A3 is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Audi A3 safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Audi A3 specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Luxury

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 140 hp –
      200 hp

    • Torque 207 lb-ft. –
      236 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.9 - 8.9 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.4 - 17.5 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 169 in

    • Width 69.5 in

    • Height 56 in

    • Wheelbase 101.5 in

    • Curb Weight 3219 lbs

    • GVWR 4497 lbs

    • Towing capacity 3850 lbs

    • Ground clearance 6 in

    • Turning radius 17.6 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 89

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.6 gal

    • City 21 - 30 mpg

    • Combined 25 - 37 mpg

    • Highway 28 - 42 mpg

    • Highway range 408.8 - 613.2 mi



Specifications

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

Exterior length
169.00 in 169.00 in 169.00 in
Exterior body width
69.50 in 69.50 in 69.50 in
Exterior height
56.00 in 56.00 in 56.00 in
Horsepower
200 140 200
Torque
207 236 207
Fuel economy - city
21 mpg 30 mpg 21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
30 mpg 42 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
6.90 seconds 8.90 seconds 6.90 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.40 seconds 17.50 seconds 15.40 seconds
1/4 mile speed
87 mph 76 mph 87 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
62 mph 62 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.25/3.65 " 3.19/3.76 " 3.25/3.65 "
Curb weight
3219.00 lbs 3318.00 lbs 3461.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4497.00 lbs 4597.00 lbs 4740.00 lbs
Wheelbase
101.50 in 101.50 in 101.50 in
Front track
60.30 " 60.30 " 60.30 "
Rear track
59.30 " 59.30 " 59.30 "
Turning radius
17.60 17.60 17.60
Ground clearance
6.00 in 6.00 in 6.00 in
Front legroom
41.20 in 41.20 in 41.20 in
Rear legroom
34.80 in 34.80 in 34.80 in
Front headroom
39.30 in 39.30 in 39.30 in
Rear headroom
36.90 in 36.90 in 36.90 in
Front shoulder room
54.40 in 54.40 in 54.40 in
Rear shoulder room
52.80 in 52.80 in 52.80 in
Luggage volume
19.50 cu.ft. 19.50 cu.ft. 19.50 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
39.00 cu.ft. 39.00 cu.ft. 39.00 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
89 cu.ft. 89 cu.ft. 89 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.60 gal. 14.60 gal. 14.60 gal.
Payload
1102 lbs. 1102 lbs. 1102 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.33 0.33 0.33

Interior Features

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

12V DC power outlet
3 3 3
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2

Exterior Features

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row exterior express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row exterior express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row exterior express open sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS
Wheels
17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum
2nd row sunroof
fixed glass with sunshade fixed glass with sunshade fixed glass with sunshade

Seats

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

Standard seating
5 5 5

Entertainment System

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

Speakers
10 10 10
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1

Safety and Security Features

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

Mechanical Features

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

Axle ratio
3.94 4.06 4.06

Other Specs

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0 TDI Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro

Maximum towing capacity
3850 lbs. 3850 lbs. 3850 lbs.