Audi A3 vs Audi A3 Quattro
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Audi A3 Quattro
Overview
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Audi A3 QuattroPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Premium |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2024 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Audi A3 QuattroPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,800 (best) | $40,100 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Audi A3 QuattroPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 34 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 14.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Audi A3 QuattroPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Audi A3 QuattroPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.9 cu ft (best) | 8.3 cu ft |
| Payload | 860 lbs | 860 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,329 lbs (best) | 3,417 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.7 in (best) |
| Length | 176.9 in | 177.3 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 56.2 in | 56.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Audi A3 QuattroPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A3 | Audi A3 Quattro |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $35,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $40,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $39,400 MSRP | Premium Plus $43,000 MSRP |