The 2024 Audi A3 combines dynamic handling, an energetic powertrain, and the latest in-car technology into one forward-thinking small sedan. Its svelte dimensions and front-seat comfort make it a fantastic daily driver.
2024 Audi A3 Pricing, Specs, and Release Date
What’s New for the 2024 Audi A3
The Audi A3 was last redesigned for the 2022 model year. In 2023, Audi added standard LED headlights and available wireless device charging. For the 2024 model year, there are minimal changes to the Audi A3.
Design
The A3 features a handsome, modern design, with a chiseled grille and headlights. Trims for the Audi A3 are Premium and Premium Plus. The Premium trim comes with 17-inch alloy wheels and a panoramic sunroof. The available Black Optics Package adds 18-inch alloy wheels with graphite gray finish, all-season tires, black exterior trim, and a sport suspension that lowers the vehicle by 15 millimeters.
Powertrain
There is one powertrain offered with the Audi A3. It’s a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes 201 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque. Power is routed through a seven-speed automatic transmission to the front wheels or available Quattro all-wheel drive (FWD or AWD).
The FWD A3 returns fuel economy of 29 mpg city, 37 highway, and 32 combined. The AWD Quattro version returns 27 mpg city, 34 highway, and 30 combined. The A3 requires premium fuel.
Interior
The A3 Premium comes standard with a push-button start, tri-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, heated front seats, and leather upholstery. An available Convenience Package on the Premium adds remote keyless entry, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, wireless device charging, satellite radio, and driver’s seat memory settings. The Premium Plus trim adds many of the features from the Convenience Package. The A3 provides 10.9 cubic feet of trunk space, which is somewhat small for the segment.
Technology
The Audi infotainment system is advanced and easy to use. It consists of a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. It also comes standard with USB and Bluetooth connectivity. The Technology Package on the Premium Plus adds navigation, Audi’s Virtual Cockpit (a fully digital instrument panel), and a 15-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium stereo system.
Safety
The 2024 A3 comes equipped with driver-assistance features such as rain-sensing windshield wipers, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and automatic high beams. The Convenience Package adds parking assist, as well as blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. These features come equipped on the Premium Plus, in addition to adaptive cruise control and lane-centering assist. The Technology Package on the Premium Plus adds traffic-sign recognition.
Pricing and Release Date
At the time of this writing, the 2024 Audi A3 has a base price of $35,800 for the FWD Premium, and the AWD Premium starts at $37,800. The FWD Premium Plus starts at $39,400 and the AWD Premium Plus starts at $41,400. The Black Optics Sport package costs $1,550. The Convenience package is a $2,100 option on the Premium and the Technology Package is a $2,000 option on the Premium Plus. The Audi A3 is available now and is backed by a four-year/50,000-mile limited warranty.