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Audi A3 Hatchback
2013 Audi A3 Hatchback
Select configuration:
$27,270
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Mini Cooper Hardtop
2024 Mini Cooper Hardtop
Select configuration:
$25,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.0
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
7-Speed Automatic (+$1,500)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
39 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
34 ft³

Photos

Audi A3 Hatchback
2009-2013 Audi A3 Hatchback Rear Angle View
2009-2013 Audi A3 Hatchback Steering Wheel
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Mini Cooper Hardtop
2022-2024 Mini Cooper Hardtop Aft View
2022-2024 Mini Cooper Hardtop Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Gas
Horsepower
200 hp @ 5100-6000 rpm
134 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque
207 lb-ft @ 1800-5000 rpm
162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
7-Speed Automatic (+$1,500)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,219 lbs
2,712 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
24 MPG
31 MPG
City
21 MPG
27 MPG
Highway
30 MPG
38 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.8 (2012) Tons/yr
5.7 Tons/yr
EPA rating
7
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
11.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
304.5 miles
313.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
435 miles
440.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
169 in
152.2 in
Height
56 in
55.7 in
Max Width
78.5 in
68 in
Front Width
60.3 in
59.1 in
Rear Width
59.3 in
59.1 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
98.2 in
Ground Clearance
4.3 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
41.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
38.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.4 in
50.6 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.8 in
30.8 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
36.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
52.8 in
47.8 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
19.5 ft³
8.7 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
39 ft³
34 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.1 ft
35.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
15" x 5.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
15" x 5.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Four Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45R17
P175/65HR15
Rear Tire
P225/45R17
P175/65HR15
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • British Racing Green IV Metallic
  • Chili Red
  • Island Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Melting Silver III Metallic
  • Midnight Black II
  • Nanuq White Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Leather seating surfaces
  • Light Gray, Leather seating surfaces
  • Luxor Beige, Leather seating surfaces
  • Carbon Black, SensaTec Leatherette Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black Pearl Lt Chequered, Cloth/Leatherette Upholstery
  • Black Pearl, Cloth/Leatherette Upholstery
  • Carbon Black, Leather Cross Punch Upholstery
  • Malt Brown, Chesterfield Leather Upholstery
  • Satellite Grey, Chesterfield Leather Upholstery
  • Carbon Black, MINI Yours Lounge Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Optional
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Optional
Optional
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Optional
Leather Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Optional
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
1 Years / 5,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
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