A3 Sportback TFSI 110kW S line
$54,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol 4cyl mild hybrid
- Power
- 110 kW
- Drive
- FWD
Audi
2026 Audi A3
Premium small hatch
On sale nowPetrol
From $54,800 plus on-road costs
The 8Y A3 facelift is Audi's premium small hatch, with the 35 TFSI Sportback as the volume car and the S3 and five-cylinder RS 3 carrying the performance side.
From$54,800+ORC
Engine1.5L turbo petrol 4cyl mild hybrid
Power110 to 294 kW
Fuel use6.5 to 6.6 L/100 km
Seats5
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the A3 yet. On paper, RS 3 Sportback at $104,800 plus on-roads is close to bigger M2 and Porsche entry money, so cross-shop before committing. Sedan body adds $3,000 across every grade.
Why consider it
- Cleanest cabin design in the premium small-hatch segment, with the RS 3 still offering the only five-cylinder hot hatch on the market at 294 kW and 3.8 seconds 0 to 100.
What to know
- 5-year warranty trails 7-year Korean rivals, no PHEV variant is offered for Australia, and rear-seat space is tight for adults on long trips.
Who it suits
Design-led premium small-hatch buyers who want the cleanest cabin in segment, plus quattro hot-hatch fans (S3) and five-cylinder loyalists chasing the RS 3 before the I5 nameplate is gone.
City drivers
Easy to live with and park
Keen drivers
110 to 294 kW on tap
Premium buyers
Cabin quality up top
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.5L turbo petrol 4cyl mild hybrid
Powertrain
110 to 294 kW, 250 to 500 Nm
6.5 to 6.6 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
8 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 Sportback TFSI 110kW S line | $54,800 +ORC | 1.5L turbo petrol 4cyl mild hybrid | 110 kW | FWD | ||
| A3 Sedan TFSI 110kW S line | $57,800 +ORC | 1.5L turbo petrol 4cyl mild hybrid | 110 kW | FWD | ||
| A3 Sportback TFSI quattro 150kW S line | $62,800 +ORC | 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl | 150 kW | 6.6 L/100 km | AWD | |
| A3 Sedan TFSI quattro 150kW S line | $65,800 +ORC | 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl | 150 kW | 6.5 L/100 km | AWD | |
| S3 Sportback | $78,800 +ORC | 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl | 245 kW | AWD | Quattro hot hatch. 4.7 seconds 0 to 100, nappa leather sports seats, real quattro AWD. | |
| S3 Sedan | $81,800 +ORC | 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl | 245 kW | AWD | ||
| RS 3 Sportback | $104,800 +ORC | 2.5L turbo petrol 5cyl | 294 kW | AWD | Five-cylinder hot hatch flagship. 3.8 seconds 0 to 100, RS torque splitter, RS Performance and Torque Rear drive modes, B&O 15-speaker audio. | |
| RS 3 Sedan | $107,800 +ORC | 2.5L turbo petrol 5cyl | 294 kW | AWD |
A3 Sedan TFSI 110kW S line
$57,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol 4cyl mild hybrid
- Power
- 110 kW
- Drive
- FWD
A3 Sportback TFSI quattro 150kW S line
$62,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl
- Power
- 150 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.6 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
A3 Sedan TFSI quattro 150kW S line
$65,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl
- Power
- 150 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.5 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Show all 8 grades
S3 Sportback
$78,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl
- Power
- 245 kW
- Drive
- AWD
Quattro hot hatch. 4.7 seconds 0 to 100, nappa leather sports seats, real quattro AWD.
S3 Sedan
$81,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl
- Power
- 245 kW
- Drive
- AWD
RS 3 Sportback
$104,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L turbo petrol 5cyl
- Power
- 294 kW
- Drive
- AWD
Five-cylinder hot hatch flagship. 3.8 seconds 0 to 100, RS torque splitter, RS Performance and Torque Rear drive modes, B&O 15-speaker audio.
RS 3 Sedan
$107,800 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L turbo petrol 5cyl
- Power
- 294 kW
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
5 seats
Seating
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2020
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a longer warranty (Korean rivals at 7 years), a PHEV variant (A-Class A250e), or a cheaper premium hatch (Volkswagen Golf, Mini Cooper).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Audi A3 in Australia?
Pricing opens at $54,800 plus on-roads for the A3 Sportback TFSI 110kW S line and tops out at $107,800 plus on-roads for the RS 3 Sedan, across 8 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
What engine is in the Audi RS 3?
The famous 2.5-litre turbo five-cylinder petrol, producing 294 kW and driving all four wheels via the RS torque splitter for a 3.8-second 0 to 100 km/h sprint. The only five-cylinder hot hatch on the market.
Is the Audi A3 available as a PHEV in Australia?
No. The A3 e-tron plug-in hybrid is not offered for Australia. Petrol mild-hybrid and performance variants only.
Has cartell.live reviewed the Audi A3 8Y?
Not yet. The review of the facelift is on the upcoming list. Subscribe on YouTube to be notified when it lands.
The Audi A3 in full
The 8Y A3 facelift is Audi's premium small hatch, with the 35 TFSI Sportback as the volume car and the S3 and five-cylinder RS 3 carrying the performance side. Pricing opens at $54,800 for the 35 TFSI Sportback S line, with the RS 3 Sedan flagship at $107,800, all plus on-roads.
From$54,800+ORC
View grades