About the Audi A3
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 1997 Audi A3 is a Small Luxury offered in a 3D hatchback body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $36,950 for the Base variant and topping out at $41,950 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the A3 available in Australia.
Engine options include 1.6L multi-point injection (74kW/145Nm) and 1.8L multi-point injection (92kW/173Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 1997 A3 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
1997 Audi A3 Price
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $36,950 |
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $36,950 |
| 1.8L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $36,950 |
| 1.8L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $36,950 |
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1997 Audi A3 Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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1997 Audi A3 Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Audi A3
The most fuel efficient Audi A3 is the Base with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.6L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 5.5L of unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Audi A3 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 4-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.8L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 6.8L of unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Audi A3 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Audi A3 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 5.5 L/100km |
| 1.6L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.5 L/100km |
| 1.8L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 5.9 L/100km |
| 1.8L, 4-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.8 L/100km |
1997 Audi A3 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Audi A3?
The Audi A3 offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Audi A3 FAQs
The cheapest Audi A3 is the Base that starts from $36,950.
The most expensive Audi A3 is the Base that starts from $41,950.
The best towing capacity of a Audi A3 is offered by the Base which can tow 1200 kg
The largest Audi A3 is the Base which measures 1735mm wide, 4152mm in length and sits 1423mm tall.
The most powerful Audi A3 is the Base which has 92kW of power from its 1.8L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.
The Audi A3 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi A3 is the Base which weighs 1675 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi A3 uses unleaded.