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5 Seats
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25 MPG
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Key specs of the base trim
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Overview
The Good
- Strong acceleration
- Excellent ride quality
- Leather upholstery standard
- Panoramic moonroof standard
The Bad
- Snug backseat
- Numb steering feel
- Gets expensive with options
- Convertible is gone
What to Know
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Five-seat entry-luxury sedan
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Turbo four- and five-cylinder engines available
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Front- or all-wheel drive
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S3 and RS 3 performance variants available
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Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard
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2020 Audi S3 Review
from the Cars.com expert editorial team
What Is the 2020 Audi A3?
The A3 is Audi’s entry-level car and is available as a five-seat sedan; the previously available convertible version has been discontinued for 2020. The front-wheel-drive A3 comes with a 184-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, while the all-wheel-drive version gets a 228-hp, turbo four-cylinder. Both engines work with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The A3 is also offered in two performance-tuned variants, the S3 and RS 3. The S3 gets a 288-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, while the RS 3 is powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder that makes 394 hp. Competitors include the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and Mercedes-Benz A-Class.
What’s New on the 2020 Audi A3?
A new Final Edition Package includes black or red leather sport seats with contrast stitching, and a three-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel with shift paddles. All-wheel-drive A3s get S line badges, aluminum door sills and unique 18-inch wheels. A new, less expensive Premium trim level joins the S3 lineup for 2020.
What Features in the 2020 Audi A3 Are Most Important?
All-wheel drive has been a hallmark of Audi’s lineup for decades, and it’s standard or available on all variants of the A3 line. The A3 also offers many features found on larger luxury models, including a panoramic moonroof, leather upholstery, heated front seats, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. The S3 and RS 3 have sports-car-challenging performance. Bear in mind, however, that the price of a fully loaded RS 3 can be about double that of a base A3.
Should I Buy the 2020 Audi A3?
If you want an Audi badge for a minimum amount of money, the A3 is a tempting proposition; it has much of the design and driving experience provided by bigger, more expensive German sedans. A cramped rear seat and some austere cabin trim detracts from the overall posh image, however.
Consumer Reviews
What drivers are saying
Amazing power with great gas-mileage
Test drove this car while looking to buy a new car. It had a great luxurious feel to it when you walk in, and it came with a decent power boost. Quattro felt amazing when speeding up, passing cars and... Read full review
Safety
Recalls and crash tests
Recalls
The 2020 Audi S3 currently has 0 recalls
Crash and Rollover Test Ratings
The 2020 Audi S3 has not been tested.Warranty
New car and certified pre-owned programs by Audi
New Car Program Benefits
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Bumper-to-Bumper
48 months / 50,000 miles
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Powertrain
48 months / 50,000 miles
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Roadside Assistance
48 months / unlimited distance
Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits
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Maximum Age/Mileage
5 model years or newer/less than 60,000 miles
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Basic Warranty Terms
1 year/unlimited miles after expiration of new vehicle limited warranty or from date of sale if the new vehicle limited warranty has expired
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Powertrain
N/A
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Dealer Certification Required
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Roadside Assistance
Yes