2020 Audi A3
2020 Audi A3 Review
- Good balance of a comfortable ride and sporty handling
- Strong acceleration from the turbocharged engine
- Refined and stylish cabin
- Small trunk, especially with all-wheel drive
- Limited backseat space
- Minor changes to standard and optional equipment
- Titanium and Prestige trim levels are discontinued
- The A3 Cabriolet (convertible) is no longer available
- Part of the second A3 generation introduced for 2015
Though it's certainly near the end of its lifecycle, the current generation Audi A3 — it's been out since 2015 — remains a solid pick in the small luxury sedan class. Much of that comes down to its well-rounded nature. There's enough style, performance and comfort here to make you feel like you're getting your money's worth. And unlike some Audi sedans, it's available in both front- and all-wheel-drive configurations.
Audi didn't add anything new to the A3 for 2020. Rather, it's relying on a thorough reshuffling of the sedan's trims and features to keep buyers interested in what will likely be the A3's final year. The company has downsized the trim options from four to two for the 2020 A3. The A3's features, though, are essentially the same. Audi also discontinued the slow-selling A3 convertible.
We do suggest checking out the rival Mercedes-Benz A-Class; it surpasses the A3 in a lot of ways, especially in technology features. BMW has also come out with an all-new 2 Series Gran Coupe. Even the sporty Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which shares some corporate DNA with the A3, could be worth a look if you want to save some money. But overall we think the A3 should satisfy the needs of most shoppers in the market for a small luxury sedan.
What's it like to live with the A3?
Edmunds' editorial team acquired and lived with an Audi A3 2.0T Quattro sedan for a full year, logging 20,000 miles. It quickly became obvious that although the A3 is Audi's entry-level sedan, it's a proper luxury car. We love the strong engine, quiet cabin and front seat comfort, but we found the trunk space a bit limiting and out-of-warranty maintenance fairly expensive. Note that we tested a 2015 A3, but most of our observations still apply to the 2019 A3. To read about our entire experience, check out our long-term A3 test.
Which A3 does Edmunds recommend?
Audi A3 models
For 2020 Audi eliminated the A3's cabriolet (convertible) body style leaving only the sedan, which is offered in front-wheel drive (A3 Sport) or Quattro all-wheel drive (S line) configurations. Both drive configurations are available in two trims: Premium and Premium Plus.
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Safety
Our experts’ favorite A3 safety features:
- Active Lane Assist
- Available only with the Driver Assistance package, Active Lane Assist helps to keep you in your lane by monitoring lane markings and applying gentle steering corrections.
- Side Assist
- Side Assist monitors the car's blind spots and illuminates a light when a car in an adjacent lane is in your blind spot.
- Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go
- Part of the Driver Assistance package, this feature adjusts your set speed when you approach traffic and maintains a predetermined gap.
Audi A3 vs. the competition
2020 Audi A3
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Audi A3 vs. Audi A4
The A4 is the next step up in the Audi lineup in terms of size, cost and features. Its larger back seat makes it a far more practical sedan. You also get a few more available luxury and technology features. You will pay for it, however, since an A4 costs thousands more than an A3.
Audi A3 vs. Audi S3
As it's based on the A3, the S3 is identical to the A3 in all its critical dimensions. But in every other way, it's more car. It offers more power, better handling, quicker acceleration, and of course, more cost. Every S3 is all-wheel-drive, and no manual transmission is offered.
Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz A-Class
You owe it to yourself to give the A-Class a look. It's our top-ranked small luxury sedan. And it's newer than the A3 and it shows in its classy yet usable interior design. The A-Class strikes a perfect balance of sportiness and luxury and can be had with one of the best infotainment systems available anywhere. It's available in all-wheel drive at a starting price below that of the A3.
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FAQ
Is the Audi A3 a good car?
What's new in the 2020 Audi A3?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2020 Audi A3:
- Minor changes to standard and optional equipment
- Titanium and Prestige trim levels are discontinued
- The A3 Cabriolet (convertible) is no longer available
- Part of the second A3 generation introduced for 2015
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Is the 2020 Audi A3 a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2020 Audi A3?
The least-expensive 2020 Audi A3 is the 2020 Audi A3 Sport Premium 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $33,300.
Other versions include:
- Sport Premium 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $33,300
- S line Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $36,500
- S line Premium Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $39,500
- Sport Premium Plus 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $36,300