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Audi A3 Sedan
2023 Audi A3 Sedan
Select configuration:
$37,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
Select configuration:
$41,350
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
10.9 ft³
Trunk Volume
11.6 ft³

Photos

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2022-2023 Audi A3 Sedan Driving Back View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
201 hp @ 4800 rpm
221 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,494 lbs
3,483 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
27 MPG
City
27 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.9 Tons/yr
6.5 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
13.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
391.5 miles
324 miles
Cruising Range Highway
507.5 miles
445.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
176.9 in
184.6 in
Height
56.2 in
56.7 in
Max Width
71.5 in
72 in
Front Width
60.7 in
63.5 in
Rear Width
59.6 in
63.1 in
Wheelbase
103.5 in
107.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
41.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
36.8 in
38.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.8 in
55.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
33.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.6 in
35.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
N/A
54 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
10.9 ft³
11.6 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.1 ft
36.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 8"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 8"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45HR17
P225/45HR18
Rear Tire
P225/45HR17
P225/45HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Brilliant Black
  • Ibis White
  • Night Black
  • Polar White
  • Sun Yellow

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Atoll Blue Metallic
  • Florett Silver Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Manhattan Gray Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
  • Cosmos Black Metallic
  • Denim Blue Metallic
  • Digital White Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Mountain Grey Metallic
  • Rose Gold Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic, Build out 12/22/2022

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black/Rock Gray Stitching, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Parchment Beige, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Santos Brown, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Red Stitching, MB-Tex/DINAMICA Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim
  • Macchiato Beige, MB-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim
  • Neva Grey/Black, MB-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • Bahia Brown, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Classic Red/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Titanium Grey/Black, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Optional
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Parking
Standard
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Optional
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Optional
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Optional

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 99,419 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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