Audi A3 Horsepower & Torque (2006-2026)

The Audi A3 has been a benchmark in the subcompact executive car segment since 1996, offering a blend of luxury and performance in a compact package.

Throughout its evolution, the A3 has featured a range of powertrains, starting with a 1.8L engine and progressing to a 2.0L turbocharged hybrid in 2025.

Power output spans from 140 horsepower in earlier models to 250 horsepower in higher-performance trims, with torque reaching up to 258 lb-ft.

Key options include Audi's quattro (all-wheel-drive) system and versatile transmissions like the 6-speed manual and 7-speed auto-shift manual, catering to various driving styles.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for the Audi A3 across its production years.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

2026 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2026 Audi A3 horsepower is 201 hp.

The 2026 Audi A3 torque is 221 lb-ft.

2025 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2025 Audi A3 Premium Plus quattro is equipped with a 2.0L hybrid engine, producing 201 horsepower.

This model delivers a consistent torque output of 221 lb-ft and features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain.

The transmission paired with this configuration is a 7-speed Auto-Shift Manual with overdrive.

2024 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2024 Audi A3 is equipped with a 2.0L hybrid engine that produces 201 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and a 7-speed Auto-Shift Manual transmission with overdrive.

There is no variation in power output across the specified trims, maintaining consistent performance figures.

2023 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2023 Audi A3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine that produces 201 horsepower across all trim levels.

This vehicle delivers a consistent torque output of 221 lb-ft and is paired with a 7-speed auto-shift manual transmission with overdrive and all-wheel drive.

2022 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2022 Audi A3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine that produces 201 horsepower.

This model features a 7-speed auto-shift manual transmission with overdrive and all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.

The engine delivers a consistent torque output of 221 lb-ft across the available trims.

Fourth Generation: 2020-2020

2020 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2020 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 184hp in the Premium 40 TFSI, 2.0L configuration to 228hp in the S line Premium 45 TFSI quattro, 2.0L variant.

Torque output spans from 221 lb-ft in the 2.0L Premium 40 TFSI model to 258 lb-ft in the 2.0L S line Premium 45 TFSI quattro version, with all models featuring a 7-speed auto-shift manual transmission and the option for AWD drivetrain.

The engine size across all variants is a 2.0L four-cylinder.

2019 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2019 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 184hp in the Premium 40 TFSI with a 2.0L engine to 228hp in the Premium 45 TFSI quattro, also with a 2.0L engine.

Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft in the Premium 40 TFSI up to 258 lb-ft in the Premium 45 TFSI quattro, with both configurations utilizing a 2.0L engine and the latter featuring AWD.

All models come equipped with a 2.0L engine and the option for AWD drivetrain in the higher-spec 45 TFSI quattro variant.

2018 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2018 Audi A3 2.0T Premium is equipped with a 2.0L engine, producing a horsepower range from 186hp in its base configuration to 220hp when paired with AWD.

The torque output for this model varies from 221 lb-ft in the standard version to 258 lb-ft when equipped with AWD.

All-wheel drive (AWD) is available as a drivetrain option, enhancing traction and performance.

2017 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2017 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 186hp in the 2.0T Prem Plus with a 2.0L I4 engine to 220hp in the 2.0T Premium with the same engine configuration but equipped with AWD.

Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft in the 2.0T Prem Plus model to 258 lb-ft in the 2.0T Premium AWD variant.

All models feature a 2.0L engine size and the option for an AWD drivetrain.

2016 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2016 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 150hp in the TDI Premium with a 2.0L I4 engine and 2WD to 220hp in the 2.0T Premium with the same displacement engine but equipped with AWD.

Torque output varies between 200 lb-ft in the 1.8T Premium model, which has a 1.8L I4 engine and 2WD, and 258 lb-ft in the 2.0T Premium with a 2.0L I4 engine and AWD configuration.

Engine options for the A3 include 1.8L and 2.0L sizes, and the vehicle is available with either 2WD or AWD drivetrains.

2015 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2015 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 150hp in the Sed TDI Premium Plus model, equipped with a 2.0L I4 engine and 2WD, to 220hp in the 2.0T Prem Plus model with the same engine size but featuring AWD.

Torque output varies between 200 lb-ft from the 1.8L I4 engine in the 1.8T Premium, 2WD configuration, to 258 lb-ft in the 2.0T Prem Plus with a 2.0L I4 engine and AWD.

Engine options for the A3 include 1.8L and 2.0L sizes, with drivetrain configurations available in both 2WD and AWD.

2013 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2013 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 140hp in the TDI Premium trim with a 2.0L engine to 200hp in the 2.0T Premium trim, also with a 2.0L engine.

Torque output varies between 207 lb-ft for the 2.0T Premium and 236 lb-ft for the TDI Premium, both equipped with a 2.0L engine.

All drivetrain configurations for this model year are all-wheel drive (AWD).

Third Generation: 2012-2012

2012 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2012 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 140hp in the TDI variant to 200hp in the Hatchback 2.0T Quattro Premium Plus, both equipped with a 2.0L engine.

Torque output varies between 207 lb-ft for the Hatchback 2.0T Quattro Premium Plus and 236 lb-ft for the TDI, with both configurations utilizing the same 2.0L engine size.

All models come with a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability, with drivetrain options including front-wheel drive for the TDI and all-wheel drive for the 2.0T Quattro.

2011 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2011 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 140hp in the TDI trim with a 2.0L engine to 200hp in the 2.0T Premium trim, also with a 2.0L engine.

Torque output varies between 207 lb-ft for the 2.0T Premium trim and 236 lb-ft for the TDI trim, both equipped with a 2.0L engine.

All engines are paired with a 6-speed S tronic automatic transmission, with drivetrain configurations available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD).

2010 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2010 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 140hp in the TDI variant to 200hp in the 2.0T variant, both equipped with a 2.0L engine.

Torque output spans from 207 lb-ft in the 2.0T model to 236 lb-ft in the TDI model, indicating the diesel's higher torque figure.

Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed S tronic automatic transmission, with the 2.0T model featuring Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive system and the TDI model having front-wheel drive.

2009 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2009 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 200hp with the 2.0T, 2.0L engine to 250hp with the 3.2 SLine Quattro's 3.2L engine.

Torque output varies between 207 lb-ft for the 2.0T, 2.0L configuration and 236 lb-ft for the 3.2 SLine Quattro, 3.2L variant.

Both engine configurations are paired with an all-wheel-drive system and a 6-speed S tronic automatic transmission with overdrive.

2008 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2008 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with the 2.0L turbocharged engine to 250 hp with the 3.2L SLine Quattro engine.

Torque output spans from 207 lb-ft in the 2.0L turbo variant to 236 lb-ft in the 3.2L SLine Quattro configuration.

The vehicle is available with either front-wheel drive paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or all-wheel drive coupled with a 6-speed Direct-Shift Gearbox (DSG) automatic transmission.

2007 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2007 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 200hp with the 2.0T, 2.0L engine to 250hp with the 3.2 SLine Quattro's 3.2L engine.

Torque output spans from 207 lb-ft in the 2.0T, 2.0L configuration to 236 lb-ft in the 3.2 SLine Quattro, 3.2L variant.

Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed DSG automatic transmission with overdrive, with the 2.0T featuring front-wheel drive and the 3.2 SLine Quattro equipped with all-wheel drive.

2006 Audi A3 Horsepower And Torque

The 2006 Audi A3 offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with the 2.0L turbocharged engine to 250 hp with the 3.2L engine in the SLine Quattro trim.

Torque output varies between 207 lb-ft for the 2.0L turbocharged engine and 236 lb-ft for the 3.2L engine in the SLine Quattro configuration.

The vehicle is available with either front-wheel drive paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or all-wheel drive coupled with a 6-speed DSG automatic transmission with overdrive.