Audi A3 Price: MSRP, Trims & Real-World Cost

The A3 is Audi's entry sedan, so it is often the first Audi a buyer prices. It competes with other compact luxury sedans, where the draw is a premium badge at a price below the larger models in the lineup. Audi also builds the performance S3 and RS 3 on the same basic body, and those carry much higher price tags.

The figures on this page are 2026 model year MSRPs as listed by iSeeCars, which shows no publication date. Audi can adjust prices during the model year, and the list may not match Audi's current configurator, so treat the numbers as a reference and confirm them with a dealer.

The A3 quattro Premium 40 TFSI is the entry trim at $40,100. The Premium Plus costs more, listed at $43,000. Both are all-wheel drive in this listing.

The step from Premium to Premium Plus buys extra equipment. If you care mostly about the badge and a well-finished interior, the Premium may be all you need. Check the equipment list on each trim, because the features that separate them are what you pay the difference for.

The S3 quattro Premium is listed at $52,000. It is the sportier version of the A3, and its price sits well above the Premium Plus.

The RS 3 tops the group at $66,100. It is aimed at buyers who want the most performance Audi offers in this body style. Compare it with the S3 rather than with the A3 trims, because the two serve different goals than a standard luxury commuter.

Audi's destination charge for the A3 was listed at $1,395. It is separate from MSRP and shows up on the window sticker as its own line. Add it to a trim price for a rough total before options, taxes, and dealer fees. If you are comparing the A3 with other brands, include destination in every comparison.

Luxury brands often sell cars with option packages already installed, which means the window sticker on a specific car can be higher than the base trim figure. Common sources of difference include:

• Paint color and wheel upgrades.
• Technology and driver-assist packages.
• Interior upholstery and trim choices.
• Taxes, title, registration, and dealer documentation fees.

Dealers may also discount or add a markup depending on demand. These vary by dealer and region, so get an out-the-door quote in writing from more than one dealership.

Entry luxury sedans are priced close together, so the starting number rarely settles the choice. Put the base MSRP, destination, and the options you would actually buy side by side for each car you consider. A rival that looks cheaper at the base level can reach the same total once you add comparable equipment, and the reverse can also happen.

Ask each dealer what is included in the price. Ask whether any maintenance coverage or warranty extras come with the car, and get the terms in writing instead of relying on advertising.

Buyers who want a lower price may also look at used or certified pre-owned examples. This page covers new-car prices only, so check current listings near you.