2026 Audi A3 Diesel Saloon
£43,995
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A3 Diesel Saloon
- Year
- 2026
- Mileage
- 10 mi
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Body
- Saloon
- Colour
- Ascari Blue, Metallic
Overview
This 2026 Audi A3 Diesel Saloon combines efficiency with sophistication. Finished in Ascari Blue Metallic with just 10 miles on the clock, it's essentially brand new. The A3 features Audi's Virtual Cockpit digital display, MMI Navigation Plus with 10.1" touchscreen, and comprehensive safety systems including collision avoidance and lane departure warning. Premium touches include leather sports seats, dual-zone climate control, and a technology pack with 360 camera. The efficient diesel engine pairs with automatic start/stop technology, while sports suspension and 19" alloy wheels enhance the driving experience. Perfect for those seeking a refined, efficient compact saloon with cutting-edge technology.
From the Dealer
- •Audi Virtual Cockpit 10.25" digital instrument cluster with MMI Navigation Plus
- •Technology pack pro with 360 camera and Audi smartphone interface
- •Premium leather sports seats with lumbar support and dual-zone climate control
- •LED daytime running lights, heated mirrors, and S roof spoiler
- •Sports suspension with 19" alloy wheels and comprehensive safety suite
About the Audi A3 Diesel Saloon
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The Audi A3 Diesel Saloon is a compact executive sedan that slots between the VW Golf and larger Audi models. It appeals to buyers seeking premium badge appeal with practical four-door saloon convenience and diesel efficiency. The A3 saloon has been offered across multiple generations, with the most recent iterations featuring sharper styling and improved interior technology. It competes directly with the Mercedes-A-Class and BMW 1 Series, targeting professionals and family-oriented drivers who prioritise refinement, build quality, and reasonable running costs over outright sportiness.
Pros
- +Refined diesel engines with strong torque delivery
- +High-quality interior materials and ergonomic design
- +Efficient fuel consumption and low CO2 emissions
- +Composed ride quality and predictable handling
- +Strong residual values and dealer network support
Watch out for
- −Premium pricing versus non-premium competitors
- −Modest rear legroom for a saloon class
- −Diesel maintenance costs higher than petrol
Common issues
- !DSG gearbox hesitation in older examples
- !Carbon buildup on diesel engines requiring cleaning
▶See full dealer details
• Audi drive select (Auto, Comfort, Dynamic, Efficiency and Individual) • Audi smartphone interface • Audi Virtual Cockpit - 10.25" digital and colour instrument cluster • Automatic start/stop system with recuperation • Bluetooth interface • Camera based traffic sign recognition • Collision avoidance assistant • e-Call (emergency call) • Electromechanical power speed sensitive steering • Lane departure warning system • MMI Navigation Plus with high resolution 10.1" colour touch screen display • Service indicator • Trip computer • Voice control system with natural language interaction • 2xUSB-C connection with data and charging functions • CD player • DAB Digital radio • 3rd brake light • Acoustic glass windscreen • Audi beam uses LEDs to project the Audi logo onto the ground as you exit your A3 • Auto dimming frameless rear view mirror • Electrically adjustable/heated/folding/auto dimming door mirrors with integrated LED indications + kerb view function for passenger side • Front electric windows • Illuminated door sills with aluminium inserts at the front with S logo • LED daytime running lights • Light and rain sensors • Model and engine designation badges at rear • Privacy glass - dark tinted rear window, rear door and side windows • Rear boot • Rear electric windows • Rear side wing doors • S roof spoiler • 12V socket and storage compartment in front centre console • 3 seat bench in 2nd row • 3 spoke flat bottomed leather multifunction sport steering wheel with gear shift paddles • 4 way electrically adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger • 60/40 split folding rear seat bench • Black cloth headlining • Dual zone electronic climate control • Front and rear centre armrest in artificial leather • Front and rear headrests • Front/rear floor mats • Height and reach adjustable steering wheel • Interior lighting - glove compartment light and right hand side • Luggage compartment floor covering • Manual boot compartment lid • Single front passenger seat • Stainless steel pedals and front footrest in black • Twin leather upholstery with front sports seats S embossed logo • Diesel particulate filter • Sports suspension • Aluminium interior elements pack - A3 • Black styling pack - A3 Saloon/Black edition • LED interior lighting pack - A3 Saloon • Technology pack pro with 360 camera - A3 Saloon/TDI • 3x3 point rear seat belts • Driver and front passenger airbag with passenger airbag deactivation • Electronic Stabilisation Control (ESC) including ABS, ASR and EDL • First aid kit with warning triangle and 2 safety vests • Front side airbags with head airbags and interaction airbag • Pre-sense front with pedestrian and cyclist detection • Seatbelt monitoring • Tyre pressure loss indicator • Anti theft alarm • Anti-theft wheel bolts • Electronically operated child locks • Immobiliser • Remote control central locking • Aluminium air vent surrounds • Dark spectrum aluminium inlays, accent surfaces in the dashboard and centre console in platinum grey silk effect paint finish • 19" 5 arm trapezoid design alloy wheels in matt grey with diamond cut finish
