2012 Audi A3

$1,000
from
18
listings
$1K–$14K
price range
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Low$1,000
High$13,995
From$1,000
Avg Mileage102,778 mi
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Sourced from 18 active dealer listings as of

2012 Audi A3 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,000
$1K–$14K
18 listings102,778 avg miles
1.8T Premium
From$2,550
119 listings|$3K–$15K
1.8T Premium Plus
From$6,995
22 listings|$7K–$21K
2.0T
From$2,290
22 listings|$2K–$12K
2.0T Premium
From$3,500
1,427 listings|$4K–$51K
2.0T Premium Plus
From$2,300
702 listings|$2K–$49K
2.0T Prestige
From$1,975
9 listings|$2K–$31K
2.0T Titanium
From$7,400
16 listings|$7K–$22K
3.2
From$3,595
3 listings|$4K–$6K
TDI Premium
From$1,000
9 listings|$1K–$11K
TDI Premium Plus
From$6,495
19 listings|$6K–$20K
e-tron Premium
From$6,495
20 listings|$6K–$18K
e-tron Premium Plus
From$6,000
25 listings|$6K–$20K

2012 Audi A3 Pricing

Price Trend

-14.3%
$1K$2K$2K$3K$4KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,200
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Audi A3 Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2012 Audi A3 has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 43 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
43
Complaints
1
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
16V0790002016-10-02
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 43 owners have filed complaints about the 2012 Audi A3. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags31
02Fuel/propulsion System4
03Electrical System,exterior Lighting4
04Exterior Lighting1
05Electrical System,electronic Stability Control (esc)1
43 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi A3 Fuel Economy

24–32mpg combined
·
21-29city
·
28-37hwy
·
$1,750-$2,400/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2012 Audi A3 returns 24–32 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
A3 - Automatic (S6)
32mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
29 city37 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
A3 - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$2,400/yr-1/10 Poor
A3 quattro - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$2,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2012 Audi A3

33States

12% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 33 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

2012 Audi A3 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2012 Audi A3 a good car to buy?

The 2012 Audi A3 has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2012 Audi A3?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2012 Audi A3. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 Audi A3?

Depending on configuration, the 2012 Audi A3 delivers 24–32 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2012 Audi A3?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2012 Audi A3, based on 43 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2012 compare to other Audi A3 years?

The 2012 sits at a specific point in the Audi A3 lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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