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2012 Audi A3
The 2012 Audi A3 is a small Car.
There are 2 variants of the A3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2011.
The 2012 A3 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Audi A3 include 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (92kW/200Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (77kW/250Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (118kW/250Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/320Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/280Nm). Available with 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct), 6-speed manual manual, 6-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct), 7-speed manual automated manual sequential trans (amt) or 6-speed manual automated manual sequential trans (amt) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Driveaway
- N/Aâ€
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6 or 7-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible or Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Driveaway
- N/Aâ€
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6 or 7-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible or Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Audi A3
2012 Audi A3
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2012 Audi A3
Available Variants
The Audi A3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Attraction and the most expensive being Ambition.
2012 Audi A3
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Power to Weight
54.42 - 101.03 kW/t
52.12 kW/t
164.34 kW/t
Boot Space
370 litres
250 litres
505 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.5 - 7.6 L/100km
3.8 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
724 - 1,222 km
170 km
1,447 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
4 years
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S Line
2026
$59,390
Year
2026
Engine Type
1.5L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
2.0L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Hatchback
Sedan
Number of Doors
5 Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
110 kW
150 kW
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2012 Audi A3
Dimensions
4,292 mm
1,765 mm
1,423 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,292 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,765 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm |
| Load Capacity | 485 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Audi A3
Sales Data
20242,375Total Sales
20252,331Total Sales
2026561YTD Sales
Audi A3 Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2012 Audi A3
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi A3 is the Attraction variant that starts from $40,500.
See all Audi A3 PricingThe most expensive Audi A3 is the Ambition variant that starts from $59,950.
See all Audi A3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi A3 is offered by the Ambition variant which can tow 1800 kg.
See all Audi A3 towing capacityThe largest Audi A3 is the Attraction variant which measures 1765mm wide, 4292mm in length and sits 1423mm tall.
The most powerful Audi A3 is the Ambition variant which has 147kW of power and 280nm of torque.
The Audi A3 is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to Australia. The Audi A3 may be manufactured in Germany or Hungary.
The heaviest Audi A3 is the Ambition variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2015 kg.
The Audi A3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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