Audi A3 Saloon running costs and reliability
Miles per pound (mpp)
| Petrol engines | 5.2 - 7.4 mpp |
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| Diesel engines | 6.0 - 8.3 mpp |
Fuel economy
| Petrol engines | 38.7 - 55.4 mpg |
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| Diesel engines | 48.7 - 67.3 mpg |
- Strong fuel economy
- Diesels still make a lot of sense
- Not the most competitive for company car drivers
Strong fuel economy is a must-have for a car of this ilk. And the A3 delivers.
Ultimate fuel gauge watchers will want the 30TDI diesel. It’ll cover up to 64.2mpg with the smallest 17-inch wheels and with a manual gearbox. CO2 for this engine is as low as 114g/km.
The 35TDI diesel covers up to 61.4mpg on the Sport version with 17-inch wheels and auto box but goes as low as 57.6mpg with the 19-inch wheels of the Vorsprung model. CO2 for this engine is as low as 114g/km.
The lowest powered petrol, the 30TFSI, can cover up to 52.3mpg with the manual gearbox and produce as little as 122/gkm. The more powerful 35TFSI has an official rating of 52.3mpg and 122g/km.
Reliability
- Shares a platform with VW Golf
- Largely the same as the A3 Sportback
- Tech used across the VW Group
There have been no official recalls by the DVSA. And given that the A3 Saloon uses mostly already-used technology, there shouldn’t be too much to worry about.
During our time running a hatchback A3 for a long-term report, the only issue we’ve had are minor software glitches.
The A3 Saloon comes with a 60,000-mile/three-year warranty and three years’ roadside assistance.
Ongoing running costs
| Road tax (12 months) | £165 - £520 |
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| Insurance group |
15 - 30
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