2008 Audi A3 fuel economy
The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2008 Audi A3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 29 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 21 to 25 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 22 and 29 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,300 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 Automatic (S6) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG | $3,300 |
| A3 Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
| A3 quattro Automatic (S6) | 6-cyl 3.2L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG | $3,900 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,300 per year in fuel, versus $3,900 for the least efficient.