Audi South Africa has quietly added the price lists for its new-generation A3 and S3 models to its local website, and buyers can expect to pay from R561 000 for the Sportback variants and R576 000 for the Sedan.
Audi A3 Sportback
A3 35 TFSI 110 kW – R561 000
A3 35 TFSI Advanced 110 kW – R586 000
A3 35 TFSI S Line 110 kW – R601 000
A3 40 TFSI S Line 140 kW – R641 000
S3 TFSI quattro 213 kW – R795 000
Audi A3 Sedan
A3 35 TFSI 110 kW – R576 000
A3 35 TFSI Advanced 110 kW – R601 000
A3 35 TFSI S Line 110 kW – R616 000
A3 40 TFSI S Line 140 kW – R656 000
S3 TFSI quattro 213 kW – R810 000
The 35 TFSI base models are powered by the familiar 1,4-litre turbopetrol engine, which produces 110 kW and 250 N.m, and the 40 TFSI gets a 2-litre turbopetrol engine that’s good for 140 kW and 320 N.m. The S3 models, which are the only variants fitted with quattro all-wheel drive, get a far perkier 2-litre unit, which produces 213 kW and 400 N.m, albeit the performance model has been detuned by 15 kW for our market. According to factory claims, S3 owners can expect to get from 0-100 km/h in 4,9 seconds, while the A3 40 TFSI and 35 TFSI models will complete the sprint in 7,4 and 8,2 seconds respectively. All 35 TFSI variants are fitted with a conventional automatic transmission, while the 40 TFSI and S3 get the S Tronic dual-clutch gearbox.
As for standard features, the Audi A3 base models come with 16-inch alloy wheels, manual air conditioning, cruise control, push-button start, rain and light sensors, Ambient Lighting Package, leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, fabric seat upholstery, digital instrument cluster and the Audi MMI Radioplus infotainment system with six speaker and Audi Connect remote and emergency services.
The Audi S3 performance models ship with 19-inch alloy wheels, S sports suspension, LED headlights and the High-Gloss styling package, while cabin features include MMI radio Plus, dual-zone climate control, S-embossed seats in fabric and synthetic leather, and stainless steel pedals.
As you’d expect, there is a comprehensive options list for those with deeper pockets, and most of these have been configured into themed packages. For instance, buyers can opt for a S Line interior package for R26 500, and Technology Package for R33 500 (which includes Virtual Cockpit Plus and MMI Navigation Plus among other items). Follow these hyperlinks to see the full options lists for the Audi A3 Sportback and A3 Sedan models.
All models are sold with a five-year or 100 000 km Freeway Plan.
