2016 Audi A3 Specifications Overview
The 2016 Audi A3 is certified across 6 configurations with 1.4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AM-S6). EPA classified under the Compact Cars / Subcompact Cars size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 3rd Generation (Typ 8V) vehicle family.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (6)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 e-tron ultra Compact Cars | 1.4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 4 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity |
| A3 e-tron Compact Cars | 1.4L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 4 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity |
| A3 Cabriolet Subcompact Cars | 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| A3 Subcompact Cars | 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| A3 quattro Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| A3 Cabriolet quattro Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Compact Cars
- Subcompact Cars
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2016 Audi A3 C FWD
- 2016 Audi A3 4 DR FWD
- 2016 Audi A3 C AWD
- 2016 Audi A3 4 DR AWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
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