Audi A3 Sportback e-tron is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the Hatchback category. For the 2016 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo hybrid engine that produces 204 horsepower, which is enough for the 3,616 lbs. hatchback to reach 60 mph from zero in 7.6 seconds. The A3 Sportback e-tron is capable of traveling 16 to 17 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes two hours and thirty minutes for the vehicle to charge its batteries. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $1,800 to $2,000, which over the course of five years will save you $3,500 in extra fuel spending.
2016 A3 Sportback e-tron has a relatively short wheelbase ( 103.5 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier with curb weight of 3616 lbs.
2016 A3 Sportback e-tron seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, A3 Sportback e-tron ia a class-leader on only one measurement - legs - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on head.
Trim | 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron 1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium | 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron 1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Plus | 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron 1.4 TFSI PHEV Prestige |
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Starging MSRP | $37,900 | $42,000 | $46,800 |
Engine | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo + Electric Motor | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo + Electric Motor | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo + Electric Motor |
HP | 204 hp | 204 hp | 204 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 7.6 sec | 7.6 sec | 7.6 sec |
Electric City Range | 16.3 - 17.84 ml. | 16.3 - 17.84 ml. | 16.3 - 17.84 ml. |
Electric Highway Range | 15.92 - 16.25 ml. | 15.92 - 16.25 ml. | 15.92 - 16.25 ml. |
Electric Combined Range | 16 - 17 ml. | 16 - 17 ml. | 16 - 17 ml. |
City | 81 - 86 MPGe | 81 - 86 MPGe | 81 - 86 MPGe |
Highway | 86 - 87 MPGe | 86 - 87 MPGe | 86 - 87 MPGe |
Combined | 83 - 86 MPGe | 83 - 86 MPGe | 83 - 86 MPGe |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,800 - $2,000 | $1,800 - $2,000 | $1,800 - $2,000 |
2016 A3 Sportback e-tron Hatchback comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $11,161 more compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, A3 Sportback e-tron
Customers have filed eighty-nine complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also five recalls issued by Audi, which by itself is a relatively high number.