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2009 Audi A3
$26,920 - $36,975Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
21 MPG Comb.
Transmission
S tronic Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Hatchback, Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The A3, which has been sold in Europe since 1996, was adapted for the U.S. market in 2005. Audi sells the A3 as "the first four-door car with the sportiness of a TT coupe."
The base engine is a smooth 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder that makes...
What’s new in the 2009 model?
Audi's 2009 A3 hatchback receives its first styling update. Though the car's overall shape and proportions are the same, changes are evident in the...

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EPA Classification: Small Station Wgn
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.2L/195
Fuel System: SI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 250 @ 6300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 236 @ 2800-3200
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: S tronic Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 2.93
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 1.83
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.30
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.98
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.03
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.83
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.35
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.60
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 25
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 140
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 11.6
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3660
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut,
Suspension Type - Rear: Four Link,
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Sport
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Sport
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.3 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.3 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size: P225/45R17
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Alloy
Rear Wheel Material: Alloy
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Speed-Sensitive
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 16.2
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.0
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.11
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 14.5
Wheelbase (in): 101.5
Length, Overall (in): 169.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 77.4
Height, Overall (in): 56.0
Track Width, Front (in): 60.4
Track Width, Rear (in): 59.3
Min Ground Clearance (in): 4.0
Liftover Height (in): 27.0
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³): 19.5
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³): 54.6
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 88.9
Front Head Room (in): 39.3
Front Leg Room (in): 41.2
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.4
Front Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Second Head Room (in): 37.0
Second Leg Room (in): 34.8
Second Shoulder Room (in): 52.8
Second Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Vehicle Name: Audi A3
Body Style: 4 Door HB
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5
Pricing
This model has 16 different trims.
MSRP
$36,975
Invoice
$34,387
Description
3.2L/195, 250 @ 6300, S tronic Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 16 different trims.
City
18 MPG
Hwy
25 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Description
3.2L/195, 250 @ 6300, S tronic Automatic w/OD
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