Audi introduced the third generation of the A3 in 2013.
After three years, the German carmaker showed the facelifted version for the entire range, including the sedan version.

In 1996, Audi introduced the first generation of its hatchback A3 based on the same platform as the Volkswagen Golf. While in the beginning, it was considered just a more expensive VW, later on, the two models started to go in separate ways, and the Audi showed its premium potential. Moreover, in 2013, the four-rings brand introduced the sedan version, a significant competitor in the compact sedan premium segment. The facelifted version brought new elements to make the car looks more appealing to its customers.

There were just a few details on the car’s exterior that made it look different compared to the non-facelifted version, such as the new headlights. The German carmaker offered the Matrix-LED lamps for the first time on the Audi A3 range, while the Bi-Xenon was standard fit. An intermediate level, with LED lighting, was offered as well. The carmaker offered the Audi Cockpit display on a 12.3” TFT instead of the regular, analog dials for the instrument panel. The infotainment system allowed an Internet connection via an on-board SIM-card, or via a smartphone.

Audi installed only Euro-6 compliant engines under the hood, starting with a 3-cylinder, 1-liter turbocharged unit. Apart from the S-model, the German carmaker offered a choice of five engines, diesel or gasoline, with front- or all-wheel-drive systems. A sport package that lowered the ground clearance by 25 mm (1 inch) was on the options list.