The 2012 Audi A3 is a sensational ride for those who value reliability, power, and versatility.
The Audi A3 comes in many trim levels equipped with two types of engines, so drivers are invited to select accordingly to their expectations. Anti-lock brakes, MacPherson front suspension, and four-link rear suspension with individial springs and shock absorbers are a couple standard features that will ensure stable and quality drives. For reliable performance, electronic brake-pressure distribution, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control, and hill-hold assist are all included to aid drivers.
The 2012 Audi A3 has an unmistakable exterior featuring daytime running lights, fog lights, LED light pipe technology on its taillights, alloy wheels, and rear spoiler. A sunroof comes standard for those who enjoy sunshine illuminating through the interior and circulating fresh air. Leather-trimmed seats and dual-zone climate control will get you comfortable and ready for a rewarding experience. Split-folding rear seats, power windows, and cruise control are a few of the many convenient features you'll enjoy in this luxury wagon. The Audi concert system offers endless entertainment, whether you choose to tune into AM/FM radio or your favorite CD. A three-month trial of SiriusXM satellite radio is included as well.
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| Base Standard Equipment |
| Safety & Security Standard Features |
| Front three-point safety belts - With automatic pre-tensioning and force limiters; height adjustable for front seating positions |
| Front passenger occupant detection for airbag supplemental restraints |
| Sideguard head curtain airbags for both rows of seats |
| Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side thorax airbag supplemental restraints |
| Driver and front passenger advanced dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints |
| Rear three-point safety belts - With pretensioners for outboard passenger seating positions |
| Safety belt reminder for driver and front passenger |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) in rear seats |
| Pinch protection for passenger compartment windows |
| Central locking system with selective unlock feature |
| Impact protection - Including reinforced high-strength steel/aluminum cross members, reinforced bumpers and rigid occupant cell |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) - With Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD) and brake assist |
| Brake assist - A system that automatically senses emergency braking and applies maximum power boost to reduce overall stopping distance |
| Audi hill hold assist |
| Anti-theft vehicle alarm system with blinking theft-deterrent light |
| Technical Standard Features |
| Servotronic speed-sensitive power steering - Varies assistance based on vehicle speed |
| Suspension - Four-link rear suspension - With individual springs/shock absorbers and a tubular anti-roll bar |
| Suspension - MacPherson front suspension - With direct anti-roll bar mountings, individually installed springs and shock absorber pivots, and five piece aluminum subframe |
| Fully galvanized steel unibody with multistep anti-corrosion protection |
| Exterior Standard Equipment |
| Halogen headlights with daytime running lights |
| Halogen headlights |
| S line exterior |
| S line rear spoiler |
| S line front and rear bumpers |
| Singleframe grille - With choice of front license plate holder or filler panel with two chrome strips |
| Taillights with LED light pipe technology |
| Two front fog lights - Located in lower front bumper |
| Power-adjustable side mirrors |
| LED turn signals in mirror housings |
| Wheels - 17" Five-spoke alloy - With 225/45 all-season tires |
| Interior Standard Equipment |
| Tilt and telescopic manually adjustable steering column |
| Interior lights in overhead console |
| Front and rear floor mats |
| Backlit instrument cluster with brightness control |
| Flex Metallic decorative inlays |
| Aluminum doorsill inlays |
| Folding front center armrest |
| Power central locking system - With radio-operated key fob, remote control for doors, deck lid and fuel door |
| Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Power windows with one-touch up/down operation and pinch protection |
| Electric rear window defogger with automatic timed shut-off feature |
| Interior tailgate release on driver's door |
| Dual front sun visors with vanity mirror for driver and front passenger |
| Four assist handles in headliners above each door with slow retraction feature |
| Leather seating surfaces |
| Six-way manual driver seat |
| Six-way manual front passenger seat |
| Split folding 60/40 rear seatbacks |
| Rear seat armrest with dual cup holders |
| Two front cup holders |
| Audio and Communications Standard Features |
| Audi Concert system - With single CD player with MP3 playback capability, AM/FM radio, auxiliary input jack and speed-dependent volume control |
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio with three-month trial subscription |
| Digital trip odometer with service interval indicator |
| Driver information system - Trip computer, outside temperature, radio/telephone/navigation display, Auto-Check, open door/hatch indicator |
| Cruise control - With coast, resume, and accelerate features |
| Wheels & Tires Standard Features |
| 17" 5-split-spoke-design alloy wheels - With 225/45 all-season tires |
| Warranty Standard Features |
| New Car Limited Warranty - 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Corrosion Perforation - 12 year/Unlimited |
| Roadside Assistance - 4 years/ Unlimited miles |
The 2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI is equipped with a clean diesel turbocharged engine with FSI direct injection, six-speed S-tronic dual-clutch automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive.