How much does the 2022 Audi A3 cost?

Prices have softened 7.96% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 421 listings available, which suggests a workable amount of inventory for shoppers comparing prices and trims.

If you find a listing below $22,171.20, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2022 Audi A3 a good car?

Generally — the 2022 Audi A3 earns 4/5 from users and 8.83/10 from experts, which points to a strong overall package for a premium compact sedan. The model’s appeal comes from its upscale design, polished interior execution, and broad technology content, while the available performance setup helps it feel more substantial than a typical entry-level luxury car.

The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, Cost effectiveness, Technology, and Safety.

The trade-off is that prices rise quickly with trims and options, so the value equation depends on how carefully you shop the configuration you want. It also asks you to choose between a more affordable front-wheel-drive setup and the added traction of Quattro all-wheel drive.

With 34.0% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have some room to shop selectively if you want the right mix of features and price.

Is the 2022 Audi A3 reliable?

Owners rate it 4/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2022 Audi A3 is presented as a premium compact sedan with a modern, well-finished cabin and a familiar turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, which supports the impression of a thoughtfully engineered car. Its dual-clutch automatic is described as quick-shifting and efficient, and the overall setup is aimed at delivering smooth, controlled driving rather than drama.

Audi also positions the car with a strong technology and safety foundation, which can matter in day-to-day ownership because well-integrated systems tend to age better when they’re easy to use and broadly available across the lineup. The available maintenance perk language is not included here.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that a premium car with lots of available equipment can become more expensive to keep if you buy a higher-trim example without checking condition carefully.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Audi A3?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still confirm the car’s history report, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper records check. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection if the car has higher mileage, optional equipment, or signs of uneven wear. Focus on condition details that matter most in a premium compact sedan: interior wear, electronics, tires, brakes, and evidence of prior bodywork.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Premium trim includes 17-inch alloy wheels, eight-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, and lane departure warning, while the higher trims add more convenience and luxury features.
• Powertrain: The turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four makes 201 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque, uses a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, and pairs with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic; Quattro all-wheel drive is available on the A3 and standard on the S3.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes Pre Sense Basic, pre sense front, high-beam assist, and lane-departure warning, while available features include side assist blind-spot monitoring, Pre Sense Rear, Parking System Plus, Park Assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control with lane-centering.
• Infotainment: The MMI system uses a 10.1-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, wireless charging is available, and the Virtual Cockpit 12.3-inch digital instrument panel is standard on Prestige and available on Premium Plus.
• Fuel efficiency: The A3 is rated at 29 mpg city/38 mpg highway/32 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 28 mpg city/36 mpg highway/31 mpg combined with all-wheel drive; the S3 is rated at 23 mpg city/32 mpg highway/27 mpg combined.

Which 2022 Audi A3 trim should I buy?

The 2022 Audi A3 is offered in 3 trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The Premium gives you the essentials, but you give up some of the richer convenience and tech upgrades found higher up the range.
• Sweet-spot trim: The Premium Plus is the best value if you want a stronger mix of comfort and technology, including adaptive cruise control, memory for the driver’s seat, wireless device charging, advanced key, and Active Lane Assist.
• Premium/top trim: The Prestige is the most fully equipped choice, adding matrix-design LED headlights, a Bang & Olufsen sound system with 3D sound, the Virtual Cockpit digital instrument panel, a head-up display, and navigation.
• Off-road trim: Not applicable for this model.

The safety package starts with Pre Sense Basic, pre sense front, high-beam assist, and lane-departure warning, and higher trims expand the available driver-assistance content.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Audi A3?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 34.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 421 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.96% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 88.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $22,171.20, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Audi A3's resale value?

The current average of $22,799 sits slightly below last year's $24,771.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. If you plan to sell later, the current softness means your future resale outcome will depend heavily on how well you preserve condition and how carefully you choose trim and options today.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Audi A3 safe?

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the 2022 A3 its top rating of Good in all crashworthiness tests and Acceptable in ease of use for LATCH connectors.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes Pre Sense Basic, pre sense front, high-beam assist, lane-departure warning, electronic child locks, rear-seat LATCH anchors and tethers, rear side airbags, and an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph. Available driver-assistance features include side assist blind-spot monitoring, Pre Sense Rear, Parking System Plus, Park Assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control with lane-centering.

Should I buy a 2022 Audi A3 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 34.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.96% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• The 2022 model year brings a new-generation A3 with a more upscale presence, strong technology, and available Quattro all-wheel drive.

The bottom line: If you want the newest-feeling A3 with a polished cabin and strong tech content, the 2022 is the right place to start. If you’re especially price-sensitive, shop carefully for the best-equipped example you can find at the low end of the market range, because the model’s value depends a lot on trim and option mix.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.