2012 Audi A3 fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2012 Audi A3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 24 to 32 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 29 city / 37 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 24 to 32 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 29 and 37 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,000 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 | 29 | 37 | 32 MPG | $3,000 |
| A3 Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
| A3 Automatic (S6) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
| A3 quattro Automatic (S6) | 4-cyl 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,000 per year in fuel, versus $3,400 for the least efficient.