Model year guide

2013 Audi A3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Audi A3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2013 Audi A3 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Audi A3 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints20
Combined27 mpg
Typical price$17,193

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2013 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.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V862000 · 04/12/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Passat, 2011-2014 Golf A6, and 2011-2013 Audi A3 diesel vehicles, thought to have been previously repaired under one of the Takata air bag recalls. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 6…

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.

2013 Audi A3 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 20 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.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2013 Audi A3 MPG & running costs

Combined27 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,933

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

What's a 2013 Audi A3 worth?

Low
$13,998
Typical price
$17,193
High
$23,750

From 9 comparable 2013 Audi A3 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Audi A3 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,665
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,950
Total$23,615
Per mile$0.31

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,193) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,234), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Audi A3 trims & engines on record

Trims
2.0T Premium · Premium Plus · 2.0T Premium Plus · 2.0 TDI Premium Plus · quattro Premium
Engines
2.0L 2-cyl 200 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 140 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 211 hp

2013 Audi A3 vehicles on record

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Other Audi A3 model years

2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006

2013 Audi A3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Audi A3 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Audi A3?

Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine and engine cooling, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Audi A3 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Audi A3 at about 27 mpg combined (24 city / 32 highway).

How much is a 2013 Audi A3 worth?

Comparable 2013 Audi A3 listings run roughly $13,998–$23,750, typically around $17,193 (from 9 vehicles).

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