2012 Audi A3 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$27,270 to $32,850

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by Anonymous

Sep 22, 2022

I like the Audi A3 Sportback, downsizing from an Audi A6 wagon. The car is enjoyable to drive and nicely appointed inside. I have some concerns about the durability, and cost of replacing timing chain which is ~$3-5K on an A3. Audi suggests chains will last 150K miles but automotive shops and the dealer reports differently. RIP Timing Belts I miss them and the cost of replacing them. If buying used check timing chain health.Sep 22, 2022

by Eric O

Apr 06, 2022

The A3 Sport Wagon is a compact 5-door hatchback with a firm sports suspension, a peppy turbocharged engine and extra room behind the rear seats for storage or transportation of bulky items. We tried the S-Line sports package manual-shift model, and it zipped through the gears smoothly and with plenty of power to move from zero to fifty in just a few seconds. Handling is surefooted with all-season Michelin rubber. Seats are comfortable, even for tall drivers. Visibility is very good. Its quiet inside, until you step on the accelerator; then it growls a bit. The brake cover/storage bin was a bit in the way of the shifter and our plastic setbacks were separating from the front seats, apparently a common issue with Audis. High-mileage models tend to leak oil from head and cam gaskets. If you are looking for a fun and practical entry-level luxury car, the A3 Wagon is a good choice.Apr 06, 2022

by Anonymous

Sep 08, 2014

I loved the way this car handled. It is so peppy with the turbo and all Iv'e had to watch my speed as it's easy to drive fast & the ride is so smooth. Very dependable. Looks sharp on the outside (body) but not very fancy on the inside as (interior).Sep 08, 2014

2012 Audi A3 Pricing

Original MSRP

$27,270 to $32,850

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2012 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Wagon FWD

Original MSRP: $27,270

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 140 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.14 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps

Exterior Features

Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · License plate bracket: front · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: dual · Roof rails: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: sport · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.2

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 18 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse

2012 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Plus Wagon FWD

Original MSRP: $29,270

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 140 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: front center · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.14 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps

Exterior Features

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: dual · Roof rails: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: alcantara

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.2

Suspension

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 225

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 15

Windows

Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium Wagon FWD

Original MSRP: $30,250

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.04 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps

Exterior Features

Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · License plate bracket: front · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: dual · Roof rails: silver

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.2

Suspension

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 18 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse

2012 Audi A3 2.0T quattro Premium Wagon AWD

Original MSRP: $30,850

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.14 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps

Exterior Features

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: dual · Roof rails: silver

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.2

Suspension

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 18 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 15

Windows

Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium Plus Wagon FWD

Original MSRP: $32,250

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.04 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps

Exterior Features

Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · License plate bracket: front · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning

Lights

Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass · Roof rails: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: alcantara

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.2

Suspension

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: summer performance · Width: 225

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 10

Windows

Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse

2012 Audi A3 2.0T quattro Premium Plus Wagon AWD

Original MSRP: $32,850

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: front center · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.14 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 140 amps

Exterior Features

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 6

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass · Roof rails: black

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: sport · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.2

Suspension

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: summer performance · Width: 225

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: 10

Windows

Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse

2012 Audi A3 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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