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2016 Audi

A3

Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo

Audi A3: best and worst years
2016 Audi A3

Closest available photo (2017 model year); you're viewing the 2016.

2017 photoPeulleCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (AM-S6)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
33 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,300EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
328 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
9/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
175 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
56 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
104 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,362 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
86 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
12 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
3
Owner complaints
111
Reported injuries
1

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • AIR BAGS33%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM12%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM11%
  • ENGINE9%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER7%
  • POWER TRAIN6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 151 total.

Audi A3: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • RQ23007opened Dec 12, 2023FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

829 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 26, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERAOS-26-25

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when you perform the 90TV SVM flash.

  • May 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_4

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • May 6, 2026POWER TRAINTSB_2074808_4

    The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the energy content, which is due to factors. Revised header. Added Model years

  • Apr 30, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_3

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • Apr 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2022032_12

    This bulletin provides diagnostic information for the vehicle locking system.

  • Apr 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2081723_1

    This bulletin provides informaiton when the electric drive system warning lamp lights up/DTCs under 008C.

  • Apr 22, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2070568_6

    This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool

  • Mar 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2081531_1

    This Reporting obligation requests that technicians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) when the diagnostic tester refers to this reportin gobligation or to TPI 2033392.

  • and 821 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 30k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.