Available with a 4-cylinder 35 TFSI engine with Cylinder on demand (CoD) and 48V Mild Hybrid Electric technology (MHEV), the Audi A3 has 110kW of power and 250Nm of torque in both the Sportback and Sedan.
Characterised by progressive and sharper styling, the new Audi A3 receives the S line treatment with a high-gloss exterior styling package with side window strips in anodised aluminium, S roof spoiler (Sportback only) and S line front and rear bumpers.
Several new expressive exterior colours are also now available, including District green, Ascari blue, and Progressive red further strengthens the sporty look, particularly when paired with the standard 18” 5-Y-spoke, graphite grey gloss turned wheels.
Externally, the hexagonal, frameless Singleframe is noticeably flatter and wider in appearance, and now situates the rings at the top of the grille.
In combination with larger angular side air intakes, the revised exterior has a commanding stance and symbolises the compact models’ sporty character.
The connection with the front spoiler makes the Audi A3 appear lower.
The same is true of the rear, with a new bumper and distinctive diffuser making the vehicles appear more striking.
These design elements are particularly effective in combination with the S line exterior, as they are partly inspired by Audi RS models.
The lighting design for the new A3 is significantly thinner, emphasising the vehicle’s width.
The 24-pixel elements that make up the digital daytime running lights in the LED feature special digital daytime running light signatures selectable via the MMI.
This level of personalisation is a first for the Audi A3, with the lights performing unique coming home and leaving displays.
Exterior changes also include the new corporate identity with the Audi rings now in 2D, and the model's name now etched into the B pillar for easy identification.
To match the more expressive exterior, the interior also receives a significantly sharpened form, from the updated and fully integrated shifter design and air vents to new interior lighting.
Standard equipment has been significantly expanded with the addition of the S line interior, adding Sport front seats with integrated headrests and 4-way lumbar support and heating for the front passengers and electric seat adjustment for the driver, headlining in black, aluminium inlays and elements, stainless steel pedals, and a multifunction wheel with S emblem and perforated leather with contrast stitching.
Other standard features include 3-zone climate control, a bigger 12.3” Audi virtual cockpit plus, as well as MMI navigation plus, Audi connect plus, Audi phone box light for wireless charging, and an Audi sound system comprising of 10 speakers and a total output of 180 watts.
In combination with the S line exterior and interior, the new Audi A3 arrives with a level of equipment and styling upgrades, raising the bar with a significant increase in standard equipment compared to its predecessor.
