2006 Audi A3 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.4 to 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.4 to 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2006 Audi A3 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2006 Audi A3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 3.2L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 221 g/km | 230 g/km | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.45 | $17.15 | $19.60 |
2006 Audi A3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.2 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 22 | 21 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 29 | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 29 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,300 | US$3,400 | US$3,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,290 | $3,430 | $3,920 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2006 Audi A3
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 123 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (56), power train (37) and exterior lighting (10). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V082000 | 2018-01-30 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the... |
| 16V079000 | 2016-02-10 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. |
| 09V377000 | 2009-09-30 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 AUDI A3, TT, AND TT ROADSTER PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 29, 2005 AND AUGUST 26, 2009. THE CLOSING FORCE OF AN INTERNAL SPRING OF THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE IS NOT ADEQUATE ENOUGH TO HOLD THE VALVE CLOSED UNDER EXTREME DRIVING... |
| 06V293000 | 2006-08-07 | air bags:side/window | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DURING PRODUCTION OF THE AIR BAG, EITHER THE LEFT OR THE RIGHT SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG INFLATION MODULE MAY LEAK. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2006 Audi A3 for buyers
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2006 Audi A3 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. Before buying the 2006 Audi A3, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 123 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, power train and exterior lighting; have those parts checked.
The numbers in plain words
It uses the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo and front-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
A combined rating of 9.4 L/100 km works out to about 28 litres per 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $16.45 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Inside and out
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. Its 566 litre trunk is enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Drive it on your own roads
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent first, buy later: a week with the A3 answers the big questions. A week with the A3 answers more than any brochure.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.45 in fuel.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Ready when you are
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2006 Audi A3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 Audi A3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 Audi A3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 Audi A3?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2006 Audi A3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2006 Audi A3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 Audi A3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3290.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.