Audi A3 35 TFSI – Audi recently launched the new A3 model in both sedan and Sportback styling. This week we drove the entry level 35 TFSI model priced from around $46,900 plus the usual costs. 
The A3 is a perfect size as a city runabout, while large enough for weekends away and holidays.
Around town the 1.5L petrol engine was zippy and fun to drive and gave excellent with its front wheel drive with a 7 speed DCT that felt smooth.
Inside it’s typically Audi, comfortable, well laid out and practical. The leather seats and steering wheel, Audi virtual cockpit and wireless Apple Car Play connectivity all made for ease of diving.
The car I drove had the comfort option pack for $2,600 that included amongst a long list, electric heated front seats, welcome on the cold mornings and adaptive cruise control.
The Sportback design is practical with a large boot area, split fold down rear seats and high opening tailgate. It made taking gear for work easy and swallowed it with ease.
Little things like great windscreen washers, bright LED headlights, keyless entry, split zone air conditioning all add to the everyday comfort.
A3 also has a five star ANCAP safety rating and a five year warranty and a comprehensive Audi five-year service plan package, priced at $2,250
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Model | A3 35 TFSI Sportback |
| Model Price | $49,500 MLP* (incl options) |
| Engine | 1.5L 4Cyl Turbo Petrol |
| Drivetrain | 7 Sp Sports S Tronic DSG FWD |
| Power | 110kW @ 6,000rpm |
| Torque | 250Nm @ 1,500 – 3,500rpm |
| Safety | Five Star ANCAP (tested July 2021) |
| 0-100kmh / Top Speed | 8.4 Sec / 224 km/h |
| CO2 Emissions | 114 g/km Euro 6 |
| Economy ADR | 5.0L/100km / 50L capacity |
| Economy on test | 6.5L/100k |
| Servicing | 12Mth / 15,000km service plan |
| Warranty | 5yr/ Unlimited km |
| Road side Assist | 5Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating | 85/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 8 |
| Performance | 8 |
| Ride and Handling | 8 |
| Practicality | 9 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| Styling / Design | 9 |
| Technology/connectivity | 8 |
| Value for Money | 8 |
Dimensions | |
| Overall Length | 4350mm |
| Wheelbase | 2630mm |
| Width | 1816mm |
| Height | 1466mm |
| Wheels | 18×8.0 Alloy |
| Tyres | 225/40 R18 |
| Max ground clearance | Up to 120mm |
| Wading Depth | N/A |
| Approach | N/A |
| Rampover | N/A |
| Departure angle | N/A |
| Turning Circle KTK | 11.1m |
| Boot Capacity Min | 380L |
| Boot capacity Max | 1200L |
| Kerb Weight | 1495kg |
| Payload (kg) | 380kg |
| GVM (kg) | 1875kg |
| GCM | 3375kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1500kg |
| Tow Ball rating | 150kg |
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Summary
Audi A3 35 TFSI – Audi recently launched the new A3 model in both sedan and Sportback styling. This week we drove the entry level 35 TFSI model priced from around $46,900 plus the usual costs.
The A3 is a perfect size as a city runabout, while large enough for weekends away and holidays.
