2015 Audi A3Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Subcompact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
31
MPG
Highway
41
MPG
Combined
35
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 5 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
41.8MPG average+19.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 35 MPG · Owner reported avg: 41.8 MPG
Range: 37–48 MPG
Driving mix: City 29% / Highway 71%
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 41.8 real world MPG based on 5 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 35 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (AM-S6)
Diesel Diesel
City
31
Hwy
41
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
Automatic (AM-S6)
Premium
City
23
Hwy
33
Comb
27
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (AM-S6) | Diesel Diesel | 31 | 41 | 35 | $2,400 |
| Automatic (AM-S6) | Premium | 23 | 33 | 27 | $3,050 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,400
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$0
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 8/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 292 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 10.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
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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