2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron

  • $37,900 MSRP From
  • 37 mpg AVG, Comb.
  • 7.6 sec. 0-60 MPH
  • 16 - 17 miles Electric Range
  • 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 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Premium / Premium Plus / Prestige

Exterior

2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: 77.4 in
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 70.3 in
  • Length: 169.8 in
  • Height: 56.1 in
  • Wheelbase: 103.5 in

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.

Interior

2016 A3 Sportback e-tron - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 41.2 inHip Room: -Head Room: 36.9 inShoulder Room: 54.8 in
2016 A3 Sportback e-tron - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 35.4 inHip Room: -Head Room: 37.5 inShoulder Room: 52.9 in
2016 A3 Sportback e-tron - Cargo Area

Cargo Volume Behind Second Row Seats

38.4 ft3

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.

Full Specifications

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

Starging MSRP$37,900$42,000$46,800
Engine1.4L Inline-4 Turbo + Electric Motor1.4L Inline-4 Turbo + Electric Motor1.4L Inline-4 Turbo + Electric Motor
HP204 hp204 hp204 hp
DrivetrainFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
0-60 mph7.6 sec7.6 sec7.6 sec
Electric City Range16.3 - 17.84 ml.16.3 - 17.84 ml.16.3 - 17.84 ml.
Electric Highway Range15.92 - 16.25 ml.15.92 - 16.25 ml.15.92 - 16.25 ml.
Electric Combined Range16 - 17 ml.16 - 17 ml.16 - 17 ml.
City81 - 86 MPGe81 - 86 MPGe81 - 86 MPGe
Highway86 - 87 MPGe86 - 87 MPGe86 - 87 MPGe
Combined83 - 86 MPGe83 - 86 MPGe83 - 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

Safety

  • Complaints: 89
  • Recalls: 5

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.

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