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2019 Audi A3

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 A3.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2019 Audi A3 is a passenger car driven by an Automatic (AM-S7) transmission, achieving an EPA-estimated 26 city and 35 highway mpg for a 29 mpg combined rating. Its reliability record includes 4 recalls and 12 total owner complaints, with air bags identified as the top complaint area. Placed within the model's 2001-2025 complaint history—spanning from a low of 1 complaint in 2001 to a high of 176 in 2015—the 2019 model year sits firmly in a period of improved reliability, meaning owners are far less likely to encounter the systemic issues that plagued earlier iterations.

Model year202420232022202020192013201220112010

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacityNSOEM · verified
Engine oil typeNSOEM · verified
Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy26/35/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 47 or 48 Battery must be carefully sized to fit as the manufacturer of the battery used many size batteries. · O. E. Amp Hours: 58, 59, 69, 70, 72, 61, 44, 68. Battery must be carefully sized to fit as the manufacturer of the battery used many size batteries. CCA battery, OE oil filter 06L115562B. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 47 or 48 Battery must be carefully sized to fit as the manufacturer of the battery used many size batteries. · O. E. Amp Hours: 58, 59, 69, 70, 72, 61, 44, 68. Battery must be carefully sized to fit as the manufacturer of the battery used many size batteries. CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/40R18/XL 92HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06L115562B
Engine air filter5Q0129620B
Spark plug06K905601B
Battery000915089E alt 000915089F
Front wiper blades8V1998002B
Cabin air filter5Q0819669

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length175.6 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height55.9 in
Wheelbase103.9 in
Curb weight3175 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined26 / 35 / 29 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume86 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the A3 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.4–8.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.40 sec — 2015 2.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20172.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.50 sec14.20 sec220 hpAWD
2016Sportback e-tron Ultra Plug-In Hybrid Premium Plus Hatchback 1.4L Turbo I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh6.50 sec15.10 sec204 hpFWD
20152.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.00 sec220 hpAWD
20152.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.00 sec220 hpAWD
20152.0T Premium Quattro Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.60 sec14.30 sec220 hpAWD
20152.0T Premium Plus Quattro Cabriolet 2.0L Turbo I-45.70 sec14.40 sec220 hpAWD
20152.0T Premium Quattro Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-46.00 sec14.60 sec220 hpAWD
20151.8T Premium Plus Sedan 1.8L Turbo I-46.50 sec15.20 sec170 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds NS of NS engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine CoolantUse Audi coolant part number G13TL-VW774J
Engine Oil5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity5.8-6.0
Power Steering FluidEPS

Engine torques

Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs15 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerAudi
Spark Plug Torque22 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number47

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum87.0
Residual Pressure43.0 psi
Engine Compression159

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 1ZF; Rear: 26.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: w/1ZF:

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep Front: 1ZF: NS · 1ZE, 1ZP, 1ZA, 1ZD, 1LC, 1LJ, 1LH, 1LU, 1LF: 148.0 ft. lbs. · 1LL & 1LN: NS · Rear: Use New Bolts: Step 1: 66.0 ft. lbs.

2Turn 90°
Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180.0°148 ft. lbs
Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180.0°148 ft. lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
172 inch lbs., Step 2: 90°72 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
133 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.33 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1244 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
144 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°44 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
144 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°44 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18 ft. lbs., Step 3: 22 ft. lbs., Step 4: 2211 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
129 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°29 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBattery (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 miTransmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2019 Audi A3 sits in a relatively stable portion of the model’s federal record. With only 12 complaints and no crash or fire reports, it is notably quieter than the preceding 2018 model (44 complaints) and the 2015 peak (176 complaints). The 4 recalls are in line with the generation’s average, and the 739 technical service bulletins (TSBs) suggest ongoing refinements rather than a sudden outbreak of problems. While the top complaint area—Air Bags (4 reports)—warrants a check for any open recall, the overall trend shows the 2019 as a low-complaint year within a generation that saw higher numbers both before and after. Based solely on this data, the 2019 Audi A3 appears to be a solid, relatively trouble-free choice for a used purchase.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
739
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
12
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 12 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags4
Power Train1
Exterior Lighting1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Air Bags,Seats1
Air Bags,Seat Belts1
Electrical System,Air Bags,Seats1
Visibility/Wiper1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V198000Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front PassengerReported 22/03/2021

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system… Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service…

22V815000Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating SystemsReported 31/10/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas… Remedy: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 739 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_72026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…
TSB_2064983_152026-06-22Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are pixel faults on the virtual cockpit.
TSB_2082323_12026-06-10EngineThis bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 47 batteryVehicles taking NSEngine oil filter 06L115562BEngine air filter 5Q0129620BSpark plug 06K905601BBattery 000915089E

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 A3 take?

NS of NS, per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 A3 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the A3 get?

EPA figures are 26 city / 35 highway / 29 combined mpg.