2012 Audi A3Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Small Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
29
MPG
Highway
37
MPG
Combined
32
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 4 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
36.1MPG average+12.7% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 32 MPG · Owner reported avg: 36.1 MPG
Range: 35–37 MPG
Driving mix: City 40% / Highway 60%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 36.1 real world MPG based on 4 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 32 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (S6)
Diesel Diesel
City
29
Hwy
37
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,650/yr
Manual 6-spd
Premium
City
21
Hwy
30
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Automatic (S6)
Premium
City
22
Hwy
28
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S6) | Diesel Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,650 |
| Manual 6-spd | Premium | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,400 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,650
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-1,250
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 318 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 11.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Wagon
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 2L, 4-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
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