New Cars Test – The 2025 Audi A3 will launch in North America as a small sedan, yet despite its small size, this small four-door provides a spirited driving sensation reminiscent of the brand’s larger sports sedans. A 201-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine produces modest power but runs smoothly and eagerly revs.
If you’re a fan of tech features, the A3 delivers, a 10.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen in prominent positions on the dashboard. If you want to drive with digital training wheels, Audi has lots of technologies to help you do so. We didn’t, so we enjoyed the A3’s agile handling. Thankfully, Audi lets you turn off the assist capabilities when you don’t need them.
What’s New in 2025?
As CarandDriver puts it, they say “The 2025 Audi A3 gets a minor styling update that includes changes to the grille, headlights, bumpers, wheels, and rear diffuser”. The new A3 2025 style is sportier than the previous model, and this trend continues inside, where silver trim now adorns the air vents, new interior lighting components have been added, and decorative fabric trim has been put throughout the A3’s design. Despite the stylistic enhancements, the only change to the A3’s motor for 2025 is a touch more torque, so performance will be the same as last year’s model.
2025 Audi A3 Launch Date
Currently we have to wait patiently for its launch, the new Audi A3 will be available at dealerships in the summer of 2024. Regarding sales, the Audi A3 will go on sale in early 2025. The anticipation of this launch is a good sign for people who want to know more about the latest Audi. Ahead of its launch, enthusiasts can first order this premium Sedan, to be able to experience the experience of driving the Audi A3 with its latest standards and technology.
New Design
The 2025 Audi A3 will undergo a new design change, during its debut in 2022. As per the images provided by the company, the 2025 A3 will have a larger grille and a redesigned front bumper for a more attractive frontal appearance. With a sleek body design, the redesigned headlights have fully configurable daytime running lights. The rear of the A3 has reworked taillights and new black inserts in the bumper. Inside the A3, a smaller gear lever frees up additional space in the center console, while the air vents are more angular.
2025 Audi A3 Price & Trims
Regarding the price of the 2025 Audi A3, it is not yet known for sure how much. According to experts, the Audi A3 will experience a significant price increase compared to the previous year’s model. The 2025 Audi A3 starts at between $37,000 and $45,000, depending on the model of choice. The Audi A3 is expected to come in three trim levels. Here is the estimated cost of the new 2025 Audi A3 model.
| Trims | Price |
| Premium | $37,000 |
| Premium Plus | $41,000 |
| Prestige | $45,000 |
Engine, Performance & Transmission
The new Audi A3 has one engine option (a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder), which produces 201 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 A3 has a 48-volt hybrid system for improved performance and efficiency, which is aided by a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available. If you want better performance and quicker efficiency, we recommend the 328-horsepower S3.
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Despite its luxury, the Audi A3. Its compact size makes it feel light and agile, whether you’re driving on a mountain road or through a parking lot. The A3’s steering is light and precise, but doesn’t provide much feedback. According to Edmunds, the brakes are also good, resulting in very short sudden stops.
MPH Times
We also like the turbocharged engine. The Audi A3’s powertrain feels quick on the road, as evidenced by its respectable 0-60 mph time of 6.4 seconds. The transmission delivers smooth, quick shifts and better city drivability than similar premium compacts. While Audi offers more options for the sportier S3 and RS 3, the standard A3 is still a lot of fun to drive.
Fuel Efficiency
The Audi A3 is rated at 32 mpg combined, or 30 mpg combined when equipped with all-wheel drive. Either way, it’s better than its BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe rival. On a 115-mile mixed-driving evaluation route, our all-wheel-drive test car averaged 34.7 miles per gallon.
2025 Audi A3 Safety Features
Basically, Audi always prioritizes safety features on its latest vehicles. For the 2025 A3 model, it will have several more advanced features. The following standard safety features include:
- Forward Collision Warning
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Lane Departure Warning
- Automatic High Beam Assist
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Parking Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Centering Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
2025 Audi A3 Interior
As we know, the interior of the 2025 Audi A3 won’t change much from the current model. However, Audi has a nice, luxurious interior. However, we found the interior of the current A3 to be a bit too noisy and uncomfortable for the driver. So, while the interior design won’t change drastically, we hope Audi finds a way to improve the cabin of the new A3 with higher-quality materials.
The interior of the 2025 A3 attempts to combine new technology and infotainment alongside European vehicle design elements, with mixed results. The seating position is more comfortable, and the optional sport seats have leather-trimmed seating surfaces. The stitching on the dashboard adds a bit of formality.
Audi A3 Colors Options
When it comes to color options for the Audi A3, As CarsDirect writes, the 2025 Audi A3 has the same color options as the current model. All 2025 Audi A3s have seven exterior color variants. For interior colors, there are three best color options. Here are some of the color options available for the 2025 Audi A4:
| Exterior Colors | Interior Colors |
| Brilliant Black | Black/Rock Gray Stitching |
| Florett Silver Metallic | Parchment Beige/Steel Gray Stitching |
| Glacier White Metallic | Santos Brown/Steel Gray Stitching |
| Ibis White | – |
| Manhattan Gray Metallic | – |
| Mythos Black Metallic | – |
| Navarra Blue Metallic | – |
Competitors
Looking at the competition in the coming year, the 2025 Audi A3 will have to compete with a few other luxury vehicles. The Mercedes-Benz CLA just got a bit of a facelift, but it lacks the smoothness and powertrain of a more fuel-efficient vehicle. Then there’s the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, the only German sedan in the class, though it hasn’t seen a major upgrade in years and looks noticeably older. The BMW also isn’t as fun or sophisticated as the A3.
