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Audi · model year 2027

2027 Audi A3 quattro

Subcompact · All-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Subcompact Cars

EPA figures · 2027fueleconomy.gov
28MPG combined
24/33MPG city / highway
$2,950fuel a year
322 g CO₂ per mile 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo Automatic (AM-S7)
This car on fueleconomy.gov, read 2 October 2026. Your own figures depend on how and where you drive.

Where it places

Against fuel-efficient cars

Combined MPG28 MPG
Chart average 26 MPGBest 55 MPG
Fuel a year$2,950
Lowest on the chart $1,200Chart average $3,411

The CarCody take

The 2027 Audi A3 quattro is a gasoline subcompact car with all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission. Its EPA combined rating is 28 MPG, with 24 MPG city and 33 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,950, and tailpipe CO2 is 322 grams per mile.

Good to know

  • All-wheel drive in a subcompact car
  • 33 MPG highway rating
  • Automatic transmission
  • 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine

Watch for

  • 24 MPG city rating
  • $2,950 EPA annual fuel cost
  • 322 grams of CO2 per mile
  • Runs on gasoline

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a small all-wheel-drive gasoline car Highway-focused drivers who value the 33 MPG rating

The A3 quattro makes sense for someone seeking a compact footprint with all-wheel drive and a gasoline turbo engine. Its 28 MPG combined rating is moderate, with a clearer advantage on open roads than in city traffic. Budget around $2,950 a year for fuel under the EPA estimate. If lowering fuel spending is the main goal, compare its numbers with options in the fuel-efficient cars list before deciding.

What it is

The 2027 Audi A3 quattro is a subcompact car running on gasoline. It uses all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission.

The numbers

Its defining EPA figure is 28 MPG combined. The split is 24 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway.

What it costs to run

The EPA annual fuel cost is $2,950. Your actual bill will depend on how much you drive and how much of that driving is in town or on the highway.

How it compares

Use 28 combined MPG as the number to place beside other subcompact cars. Its 24 city and 33 highway ratings show the route split to check when comparing similar models.

Who it suits

This A3 suits a driver who wants a small gasoline car with all-wheel drive. See other Audi cars for same-brand alternatives.

Trade-offs

All-wheel drive and the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine define the drivetrain, while gasoline power means regular fuel stops. The 33 MPG highway rating is higher than the 24 MPG city rating. Tailpipe CO2 is 322 grams per mile.

Verdict

Choose the A3 quattro if all-wheel drive is central to your small-car search and 28 combined MPG fits your budget. Its highway number is 33 MPG, but city use is rated at 24 MPG, so frequent urban driving will not match the highway result. The $2,950 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate gives the running-cost figure to weigh before choosing it over another small car.

Every figure on record

Efficiency
Combined MPG
28 MPG
City MPG
24 MPG
Highway MPG
33 MPG
Running cost
Annual fuel cost
$2,950
Tailpipe CO₂
322 g per mile
The car
Model year
2027
Body
Car
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Powertrain
Engine
2.0 L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
Automatic (AM-S7)
Fuel
Gasoline

Questions

What is the 2027 Audi A3 quattro's combined MPG?

The EPA combined rating is 28 MPG.

What are its city and highway MPG ratings?

It is rated at 24 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel each year?

The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,950.

Does the A3 quattro have all-wheel drive?

Yes. The A3 quattro uses all-wheel drive.

What engine and transmission does it use?

It has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission.

How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?

Its tailpipe CO2 rating is 322 grams per mile.

What type of car is the A3 quattro?

It is a 2027 Audi subcompact car that runs on gasoline.

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