On November 1, FAW Audi launched the new Audi A3 family. The new car offers two styles: A3 Sportback and A3L Limousine. Customers can choose from four versions. The official price ranges from 165,900 to 193,900 yuan (27320$). Additionally, the official luxury selection package costs 16,000 yuan (2250$).
The new Audi A3 features a fresh design language. It has a frameless grille at the front. For the first time, it uses a new two-dimensional illuminated four-ring logo. The entire lineup includes the S line package. It also adds two new colors: Racing Gray and Aurora Purple, totaling six exterior color options. The new Audi A3 offers two 17-inch wheel designs and six 18-inch options. It also provides two Audi Sport wheels for customers. In terms of dimensions, the new Audi A3 Sportback measures 4352 mm in length, 1815 mm in width, and 1458 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2630 mm. The new Audi A3L Limousine measures 4604 mm long, 1814 mm wide, and 1432 mm high. Its wheelbase is 2730 mm, which is 50 mm longer than the previous model.
The new Audi A3 features a dashboard that uses the same molding technology as the Audi Q5L. It includes integrated sports seats made from new serica eco-friendly leather. The car also showcases a new air vent design and a gear shift inspired by the PPE platform models. In terms of configuration, the entire Audi A3 family includes dual-zone climate control and an electric tailgate. It comes with nine safety airbags, a SONOS 3D premium sound system, and an advanced virtual cockpit system.
The new Audi A3 family features a standard 1.5T engine across all models. This engine delivers 118 kW of power and 250 Nm of torque. It pairs with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. Notably, the new car can use 92-octane gasoline, which reduces operating costs.