2020 A3 Sedan Interior
It's difficult to recall the last time Audi produced a car interior that wasn't logically designed and finished in rich, top-quality materials. Even nearing the end of its lifecycle, the A3's cabin reeks of German solidity. It's not the flashiest design, but we'll take austere any day if it means that it's this easy to use. The only significant downside is space utilization: rear passengers don't have much space in any direction, with headroom especially restricted due to the sloping roofline. Passengers of smaller stature will have no problems, and they'll enjoy the comfy, neatly trimmed seats. There's also no shortage of the latest technology and safety features, the highlight being the available Audi virtual cockpit display. Slim roof pillars aid excellent general visibility from the driver's seat.
2020 A3 Sedan Interior Photos
Seating and Interior Space
Technically a five-seater, comfort and access levels differ dramatically depending on whether you're seated in the front or the back of the A3 sedan. For the driver and front-seat passenger, ingress and egress are easy thanks to wide-opening front doors. Once seated, there is a useful amount of space, and the seats are comfortable albeit slightly lacking in side support. Rear-seat passengers will need to contend with undersized door openings, which make getting in and out rather awkward. While an average amount of knee room can be freed up if those in front aren't too tall, headroom is lacking, and passengers over six-feet will be uncomfortable. The lack of space isn't unusual in this segment, but it does point to possibly the A3's most significant flaw when compared to the bigger A4.
2020 Audi A3 Sedan Interior Dimensions:
| Audi A3 Sedan Trims | Premium Plus 40 TFSI | Premium 40 TFSI | Premium 45 TFSI quattro | Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom Front Seat | 36.5 in. | 36.5 in. | 36.5 in. | 36.5 in. |
| Headroom Back Seat | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. | 36.1 in. |
| Legroom Front Seat | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. |
| Legroom Back Seat | 35.1 in. | 35.1 in. | 35.1 in. | 35.1 in. |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.8 in. | 54.8 in. | 54.8 in. | 54.8 in. |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53 in. | 53 in. | 53 in. | 53 in. |
Interior Colors and Materials
Audi has provided a well-chosen range of materials and color options, all of which complement the A3's appealing blend of sport and luxury. All models get leather seats in a choice of three shades: Black, Rock Gray, and Chestnut. Aluminum Mistral interior inserts are now standard across the range - previously, they were only fitted to the Premium Plus trim. A newly available Final Edition package can be specified for both trims and adds front leather sports seats in either Black or Magma red, along with contrast stitching.
2020 A3 Sedan Trunk and Cargo Space
Cargo capacity isn't the A3 sedan's forte, and we'd advise going for the front-wheel-drive model if you need more space. This variant's trunk maxes out at 12.3 cubic feet, while models equipped with quattro all-wheel-drive have a puny ten cu.ft. This isn't enough for much more than two smallish suitcases, and folding down the 40/20/40-split rear seatbacks is likely to be a common undertaking for A3 owners. Storage for smaller items is similarly limited, with door pockets being on the tiny side - and not many other options, besides a console bin and the glovebox.
2020 Audi A3 Sedan Trunk and Cargo Space Photos
2020 Audi A3 Sedan Cargo Dimensions:
| Audi A3 Sedan Trims | Premium Plus 40 TFSI | Premium 40 TFSI | Premium 45 TFSI quattro | Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trunk Volume | 10 cu. ft. | 10 cu. ft. | 10 cu. ft. | 10 cu. ft. |
2020 A3 Sedan Infotainment and Features
Features
More equipment for the 2020 model year ensures that even the base A3 sedan is kitted out with all the essentials. Standard items across the range are dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, an eight-way power driver's seat with four-way power lumbar adjustment, a panoramic sunroof, Audi drive select, a backup camera, and LED daytime running lights. The Premium Plus trim gets a couple of worthwhile new additions, like high-beam assist and an interior storage package with rear USB ports. This upper trim level also has full LED headlights and eight-way power adjustment - with four-way power lumbar adjustment - for the front passenger seat. Overall, the A3 offers all the expected features plus a few nice-to-have extras.
Infotainment
The A3's age shows a bit in its infotainment system. Where rivals have bigger, integrated touch screens, the A3's pop-out seven-inch central display looks and feels rather outdated. Thankfully, the MMI system remains intuitive to operate. Audiophiles will appreciate the standard music interface with USB port, HD radio, Bluetooth audio streaming, SiriusXM with a 90-day subscription, and an SDXC card slot with 32 GB of capacity. There's also both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The audio system sports 180 watts of punch and ten speakers, but the Premium Plus' upgraded 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen system does look tempting. A navigation system and Audi's 12.3-inch virtual cockpit display with its crisp images are worthwhile options to spend on.