Model year guide

2007 Audi A3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Audi A3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 32 on record.

2007 Audi A3 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2007 Audi A3 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints52
Combined25 mpg
Typical price$7,272

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2007 Audi A3 recalls 3

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V082000 · 30/01/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R6. Note: This rec…

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V079000 · 10/02/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #09V377000 · 30/09/2009

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 AUDI A3, TT, AND TT ROADSTER PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 29, 2005 AND AUGUST 26, 2009. THE CLOSING FORCE OF AN INTERNAL SPRING OF THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE IS NOT ADEQUATE ENOUGH TO HOLD THE VALVE CLOSED UNDER EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS POSSIBLY ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.

Fix: VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUDI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE WITH AN IMPROVED VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 16, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-253-2834.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2007 Audi A3 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2007 Audi A3 MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2007 Audi A3 worth?

Low
$3,300
Typical price
$7,272
High
$10,400

From 31 comparable 2007 Audi A3 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Audi A3 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500
Fuel only$15,500
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2007 Audi A3 trims & engines on record

Trims
2.0T · 3.2 quattro · w/ Premium package · S Line quattro
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 200 hp · 3.2L 6-cyl 250 hp

2007 Audi A3 vehicles on record

2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P57A125348 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUHF78P77A118737 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P27A150515 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P17A012013 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUHF78P37A042269 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P77A013327 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P57A062106 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P07A113219 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P27A092843 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 3.2 quattroWAUKD78P27A140690 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P37A199559 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P17A032648 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUHF78P47A032298 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P77A009519 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUHF78P07A038289 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUHF78PX7A018471 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 3.2 quattroWAUKD78P17A124030 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P37A115370 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78PX7A107668 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P57A054992 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P37A218031 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUNF78P67A015912 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUHF78P07A112200 2007 Audi A3 2007 Audi A3 2.0TWAUHF78P57A013226

Other Audi A3 model years

2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2006

2007 Audi A3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Audi A3 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2007 Audi A3. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Audi A3?

Based on 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, power train, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Audi A3 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2007 Audi A3 at about 25 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2007 Audi A3 worth?

Comparable 2007 Audi A3 listings run roughly $3,300–$10,400, typically around $7,272 (from 31 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.