Auto loans: 2019 Audi A3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.1 to 9.6 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
- 8.1 to 9.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2019 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.
2019 Audi A3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.1 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.8 L/100 km | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 188 g/km | 223 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.56 | $14.88 |
2019 Audi A3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 26 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 35 | 30 |
| MPG combined (US) | 29 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 35 | 30 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 283 L (10 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,300 | US$2,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,512 | $2,976 |
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 2019 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 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (8), fuel system (2) and fuel/propulsion system (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V110000 | 2024-02-14 | fuel system, gasoline | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf GTI, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 vehicles. Due to a... |
| 22V815000 | 2022-10-31 | tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles. The tire pressure... |
| 21V198000 | 2021-03-22 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied. |
| 19V474000 | 2019-06-19 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2019 Audi A3
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2019 Audi A3 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before buying the 2019 Audi A3, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, fuel system and fuel/propulsion system; have those parts checked. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
What the specs mean
The powertrain to know here is the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, with front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 24 litres for every 300 km, going by its 8.1 L/100 km combined rating. A 300 km weekend costs about $37.68 in energy at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles.
What to expect from the A3
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. EPA lists 340 litres of luggage space, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Rent it for a week first
Rent first, buy later: a week with the A3 answers the big questions. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. A week with the A3 answers more than any brochure.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Choosing the right one
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
One more step
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
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 2019 Audi A3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2019 Audi A3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2019 Audi A3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2019 Audi A3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 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 2019 Audi A3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2512.00.
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.