Audi A3 Maintenance Costs
An Audi A3 will cost about $9,278 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for luxury sedan models by $447. There is also a 26.81% chance that an A3 will require a major repair during that time. This is 0.24% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is recommended.
$2,898
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for luxury Sedan models by $9,278.
5%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 27% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
Audi A3
A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower. An extended warranty is optional but recommended.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteAudi A3 Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.77% | $367 |
| 2 | 4.59% | $434 |
| 3 | 5.15% | $539 |
| 4 | 9.09% | $709 |
| 5 | 13.02% | $849 |
| 6 | 14.64% | $1,070 |
| 7 | 15.80% | $1,241 |
| 8 | 20.42% | $1,307 |
| 9 | 22.57% | $1,351 |
| 10 | 26.81% | $1,411 |
| 11 | 41.53% | $1,498 |
| 12 | 51.66% | $1,633 |
Audi A3 Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 5,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 15,000 | Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Fuel Filter Replacement, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 25,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 35,000 | Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Fuel Filter Replacement, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 45,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 55,000 | Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Fuel Filter Replacement, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 65,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 75,000 | Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter, Fuel Filter Replacement |
| 85,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 95,000 | Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Fuel Filter Replacement, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 105,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 110,000 | Water Pump Replacement, Replace Timing Belt |
| 115,000 | Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 125,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 135,000 | Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Fuel Filter Replacement, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 145,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
What About Audi A3 Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure an Audi A3 is about $2,903 per year. This adds up to around $14,515 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own an Audi A3. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Audi A3 Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Audi A3 ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the A3 stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
Other Audi A3 Costs of Ownership
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$6,999
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$8,495
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