Car financing: 2018 Audi A3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 6.5 to 9.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 7 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
- 6.5 to 9.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 7
For sale
We do not have a 2018 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.
2018 Audi A3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.4L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 6.8 L/100 km | 9.3 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.0 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 6.5 L/100 km | 8.2 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Electric range | 644 km | Not rated | Not rated |
| CO₂ | 93 g/km | 192 g/km | 214 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $10.08 | $12.71 | $14.11 |
2018 Audi A3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.4 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 34 | 26 | 23 |
| MPG highway (US) | 39 | 34 | 31 |
| MPG combined (US) | 36 | 29 | 26 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 43 | 35 | 31 |
| Charge at 240 V | 2.5 hours | ||
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 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$2,350 | US$2,600 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,016 | $2,542 | $2,822 |
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 2018 Audi A3
- NHTSA lists 7 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 45 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (24), electrical system (5) and fuel/propulsion system (5). 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... |
| 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... |
| 19V095000 | 2019-02-13 | seats:mid/rear assembly | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A3 sedan and RS3 vehicles. The latching pins for the center rear seat head restraint may be missing. |
| 18V863000 | 2018-12-05 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak. |
| 18V803000 | 2018-11-14 | seats:mid/rear assembly | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf and Golf R vehicles, and Audi A3 Sedan and RS3 vehicles. The rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame. |
| 17V508000 | 2017-08-16 | engine and engine cooling:engine | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and A3 Sedan vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine start-up as a "knocking" condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2018 Audi A3?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 Audi A3 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page puts the 2018 Audi A3 in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the A3
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
Under the hood
The powertrain here is the 1.4L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid with front-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic. It is a plug-in hybrid: it runs on electricity for a short distance, then on gas like a regular hybrid. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
At 6.5 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 20 litres of fuel. It can cover about 644 km on electricity before switching to gas. Every 100 km costs about $10.08 in fuel at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
The A3 in everyday use
As a small car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. The EPA measures its luggage space at 396 litres, roughly about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Best uses
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. Its low fuel use suits long commutes and high-kilometre weeks.
Rent it for a week first
If the A3 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the A3 for a week and see how it fits your life.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $10.08 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $100.80 at our price setting.
Choosing the right one
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Within the 2018 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Make a request
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2018 Audi A3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Audi A3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Audi A3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Audi A3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Audi A3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 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 $2016.00.
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.