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Intercooled Turbo Diesel I-4

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

2.0 L/120

1.8 L/110

Diesel Direct Injection

Gasoline Direct Injection

150 @ 3500

170 @ 4500

236 @ 1750

200 @ 1600

Front Wheel Drive

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6

Auto-Shift Manual w/OD

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3.46

1.91

2.05

1.12

1.30

0.76

0.90

0.76

0.91

0.62

0.76

3.99

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4.38

4.12

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3241 lbs

3384 lbs

Strut

Multi-Link

Strut

Multi-Link

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4-Wheel

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Yes

12.3 in

10.7 in

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18 X 8 in

Compact in

Aluminum

Steel

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P225/40HR18

Compact

43 MPG

35 MPG

409.20 mi

316.80 mi

31 MPG

24 MPG

36 MPG

28 MPG

567.60 mi

462.00 mi

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13.2 gal

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5.7 (Est)

6.3 (Est)

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Rack-Pinion

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36 ft

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5

4

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39.6 in

37.4 in

41.2 in

54.8 in

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36.4 in

36.3 in

35.1 in

31.9 in

53 in

45.7 in

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103.8 in

102.2 in

175 in

70.7 in

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55.8 in

55.5 in

61.2 in

60.1 in

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12.3 ft³

9.9 ft³

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140

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Engine: 2.0 TDI 4 Cylinder 150 HP.

Transmission: S Tronic 6-Spd Dual-Clutch Automatic -inc: additional sport program.

Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode, S tronic Sequential Shift Control and Oil Cooler.

Front-Wheel Drive.

4.38 Axle Ratio.

Engine Oil Cooler.

80-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection.

140 Amp Alternator.

4475# Gvwr 1102# Maximum Payload.

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers.

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars.

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering.

13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank.

Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher.

Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs.

Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs.

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Engine: 1.8 TFSI 4 Cylinder 170 HP.

Transmission: S Tronic 6-Spd Dual-Clutch Automatic -inc: additional sport program.

Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode, S tronic Sequential Shift Control and Oil Cooler.

Front-Wheel Drive.

4.12 Axle Ratio.

Engine Oil Cooler.

140 Amp Alternator.

60-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection.

4343# Gvwr 1102# Maximum Payload.

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers.

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars.

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering.

13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank.

Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher.

Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs.

Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs.

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Tires: P225/40R18 AS.

17" X 7.5" Aluminum Wheels w/Silver Accents.

Steel Spare Wheel.

Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo.

Clearcoat Paint.

Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Sunshade.

Body-Colored Front Bumper.

Body-Colored Rear Bumper.

Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim.

Body-Colored Door Handles.

Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator.

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster.

Light Tinted Glass.

Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers.

Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip.

Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels.

Black Grille w/Chrome Surround.

Trunk Rear Cargo Access.

Programmable Projector Beam High Intensity Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Headlamps w/Delay-Off.

Rear Fog Lamps.

Perimeter/Approach Lights.

LED Brakelights

Tires: P225/40R18 AS.

17" X 7.5" Aluminum Wheels w/Silver Accents.

Steel Spare Wheel.

Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo.

Clearcoat Paint.

Body-Colored Front Bumper.

Body-Colored Rear Bumper.

Body-Colored Door Handles.

Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim.

Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator.

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster.

Light Tinted Glass.

Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers.

Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip.

Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels.

Black Grille w/Chrome Surround.

Power Convertible Top w/Lining, Glass Rear Window and Automatic Roll-Over Protection.

Trunk Rear Cargo Access.

Programmable Projector Beam High Intensity Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Headlamps w/Delay-Off.

Rear Fog Lamps.

Perimeter/Approach Lights.

LED Brakelights

Radio: Audi MMI Navigation Plus w/MMI Touch -inc: SSD (Solid-State Drive) based navigation w/4G LTE based technology, AM/FM radio, 2 SD card slots for MP3 files (10GB) and Sirius satellite radio, color LCD display screen.

Radio w/MP3 Player, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control and Steering Wheel Controls.

10 Speakers.

Regular Amplifier.

Audio Theft Deterrent.

Window Grid Diversity Antenna.

Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity.

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

Radio: Audi Concert AM/FM/SiriusXM w/CD Player -inc: MP3 capability, auxiliary input jack, 12-station presets, speed-dependent volume control, Audi sound system w/9 speakers including front center speaker, subwoofer in rear, 140 watts, 6-channel amplifier, Bluetooth streaming audio, monochrome driver information system, HD Radio technology, SD card single slot and SiriusXM satellite radio w/90-day trial subscription.

Radio w/Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and External Memory Control.

Audio Theft Deterrent.

Window Grid Diversity Antenna.

Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity

Front Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way power front driver seat w/4-way power lumbar adjustment and manual front passenger seat.

60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat.

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column.

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer.

Power Rear Windows.

Leather Steering Wheel.

Front Cupholder.

Rear Cupholder.

Valet Function.

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type.

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button.

Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access.

Cruise Control.

Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning.

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts.

Illuminated Locking Glove Box.

Driver Foot Rest.

Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Aluminum Interior Accents.

Full Cloth Headliner.

Leatherette Door Trim Insert.

Leather Gear Shift Knob.

Leather Seating Surfaces.

Day-Night Rearview Mirror.

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination and Driver Auxiliary Mirror.

Full Floor Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet.

Front And Rear Map Lights.

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting.

Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats.

Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim.

Cargo Area Concealed Storage.

Cargo Space Lights.

FOB Controls -inc: Trunk/Hatch/Tailgate.

Driver And Passenger Door Bins.

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down.

Delayed Accessory Power.

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature.

Systems Monitor.

Redundant Digital Speedometer.

Trip Computer.

Outside Temp Gauge.

Analog Display.

Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints.

Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru w/Storage.

Perimeter Alarm.

Immobilizer IV Engine Immobilizer.

1 12V DC Power Outlet.

Air Filtration

Front Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way manual front seats w/4-way power lumbar adjustment.

4-Way Power Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Cushion Tilt, Power 4-Way Lumbar Support and Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry.

50-50 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat.

Includes Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry.

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column.

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer.

Power Rear Windows.

Leather Steering Wheel.

Front Cupholder.

Rear Cupholder.

Valet Function.

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type.

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button.

Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access.

Cruise Control.

Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning.

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts.

Illuminated Locking Glove Box.

Driver Foot Rest.

Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Aluminum Interior Accents.

Full Cloth Headliner.

Leatherette Door Trim Insert.

Leather Gear Shift Knob.

Leather Seating Surfaces.

Day-Night Rearview Mirror.

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination and Driver Auxiliary Mirror.

Full Floor Console w/Storage, Rear Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet.

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting.

Front Map Lights.

Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats.

Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim.

Cargo Area Concealed Storage.

Cargo Space Lights.

FOB Controls -inc: Trunk/Hatch/Tailgate.

Driver And Passenger Door Bins.

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down.

Delayed Accessory Power.

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature.

Systems Monitor.

Redundant Digital Speedometer.

Trip Computer.

Outside Temp Gauge.

Analog Display.

Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints.

Front Center Armrest.

Perimeter Alarm.

Immobilizer IV Engine Immobilizer.

1 12V DC Power Outlet.

Air Filtration

Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

ABS And Driveline Traction Control.

Side Impact Beams.

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags.

Low Tire Pressure Warning.

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags.

SIDEGUARD Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags.

Airbag Occupancy Sensor.

Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag.

Rear Child Safety Locks.

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

ABS And Driveline Traction Control.

Side Impact Beams.

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags.

Low Tire Pressure Warning.

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags.

Airbag Occupancy Sensor.

Rear Child Safety Locks.

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners.

Driver And Passenger Side Airbag Head Extension

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Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
12.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Maintenance Years:
1.

Maintenance Miles/km:
5,000

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
15V229000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 16, 2015.

Component:
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
6205.

Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Golf, and GTI manufactured on February 17, 2014, to May 22, 2014, and Audi A3 manufactured on February 16, 2013, to April 23, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing..

Consequence:
If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash..

Remedy:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi at 1-800-253-2834..

Dates of Manufacture:
FEB 15, 2013 to APR 22, 2014.

Manufacturer Recall No.:
Audi: 20V5/VW: 20W5.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
16V647000.

Mfg's Report Date:
SEP 06, 2016.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
110042.

Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system..

Consequence:
As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire..

Remedy:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5..

Manufacturer Recall No.:
20Y6/20Y5.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V280000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 25, 2017.

Component:
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
2091.

Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Audi A3 1.8T FWD S tronic and 2.0T Quattro S tronic vehicles. The safety certification label has an incorrect vehicle production date. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification.".

Consequence:
In the event of a vehicle safety recall, an incorrect production date may prevent owners from determining if the recall affects them, increasing their risk of injury or a crash..

Remedy:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct vehicle production date, free of charge. The recall June 23, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51F5..

Dates of Manufacture:
NOV 27, 2013 to JAN 27, 2014.

Manufacturer Recall No.:
51F5.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
15V824000.

Mfg's Report Date:
DEC 07, 2015.

Component:
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
904.

Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, LLC (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet vehicles manufactured June 5, 2014, to April 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driver or front passenger seat whose cover may be incorrectly stitched, preventing the side air bag from properly deploying in the event of a crash..

Consequence:
Improper side air bag deployment may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash..

Remedy:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's and/or front passenger's seatback cover, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on February 4, 2016. The recall began on February 29, 2016 . Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74C9..

Dates of Manufacture:
JUN 04, 2014 to MAR 31, 2015.

Manufacturer Recall No.:
74C9

Overall Rating:
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Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating:
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Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver:
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Overall Side Crash Rating:
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Side Barrier Rating:
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Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat:
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Male/Female Dummy Note:
Male: Average sized adult male dummy in 35-MPH crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs. Female: Small-sized adult female dummy in 35-mph crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs..

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat:
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Rollover Rating:
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Rollover Rating Dynamic Test Result:
No Tip.

Risk of Rollover:
10.9%.

Side Barrier Rating Driver:
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Rollover Note:
Dynamic (moving) test results (Tip or No Tip) and measured rollover-related properties determine vehicle's risk of rollover in single vehicle crash and its rollover rating. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is..

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger:
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Combined Side Rating Front Seat:
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Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat:
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Side Barrier Rating Note:
These ratings do not apply to vehicles with optional torso/pelvis side air bags in the second row.