Auto loans: 2006 Audi A3
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. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
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.
Buying the 2006 Audi A3
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2006 Audi A3 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2006 Audi A3 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
Owners filed 123 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, power train and exterior lighting; have those parts checked. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Specs, explained
Power: the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo; drive: front-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Rated at 9.4 L/100 km combined, it needs around 28 litres for a 300 km round trip. In energy, every 100 km costs about $16.45 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
How big it is
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. The trunk holds 566 litres by the EPA's count: bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
When the A3 makes sense
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
A longer test drive
Rent first, buy later: a week with the A3 answers the big questions. Try the A3 on your commute, then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Next step
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
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.
Ask us about the 2006 Audi A3
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.