Trim Report

Audi A3 1.8T Premium2012

Includes:A3|1.8T Premium
$2,550
Starting From
119
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 119 active dealer listings as of

Min $2,550
Max $15,000
From $2,550
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1.8T Premium Market Overview

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 1.8T Premium Pricing

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Where to Find Audi A3 1.8T Premium

Location data for all 2012 Audi A3 trims combined

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.

Audi A3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Audi A3 trims

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
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Audi A3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Audi A3 trims

24–32mpg combined
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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)

Is the 1.8T Premium Worth It?

Common questions about the 2012 Audi A3 1.8T Premium

How does the 1.8T Premium compare to other Audi A3 trims?

The 1.8T Premium occupies a distinct position in the Audi A3 range. See how it stacks up on the 2012 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Audi A3 1.8T Premium?

Maintenance costs for the 1.8T Premium align with the broader Audi A3 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2012 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2012 Audi A3 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Audi A3 1.8T Premium?

For the 1.8T Premium, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Audi A3 buyer's guide.

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