Prestige 40 TFSI
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The Prestige 40 TFSI trim is the top-tier model of the Audi A3, showcasing an exceptional blend of luxury and technology. This trim features premium leather upholstery, adaptive cruise control, advanced lighting systems, and a superior sound system. The emphasis on comfort and cutting-edge technology makes it ideal for those seeking a sophisticated driving experience in a compact sedan. It includes all the amenities of the Premium Plus model, with additional enhancements tailored for discerning drivers.
Hierarchy Order
3
Registered Cars
1
Base Model?
No
Generation
A3 40 TFSI
Model
Audi A3
Brand
Audi
Comfort
Panoramic Sunroof
The Panoramic Sunroof extends across both front and rear seats, providing an expansive view of the sky and enhancing the cabin's brightness. This feature allows fresh air into the vehicle, creating a more open driving experience. Compared to standard sunroofs, the panoramic option offers a larger open area, making it a sought-after feature for those who enjoy the outdoors while driving.
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
The dual-zone automatic climate control system allows both the driver and front passenger to set their preferred temperature settings independently. This feature ensures personalized comfort during the ride, which is a notable enhancement over single-zone systems often found in base trims.
Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function
Featuring power-adjustable front seats with memory settings, the Prestige trim allows for multiple drivers to save their preferred seating positions. This enhances convenience and comfort, especially during frequent use by different drivers, compared to manual adjustments found in lower trims.
Heated Front Seats
The A3 Prestige 40 TFSI comes equipped with heated front seats, providing enhanced comfort during colder weather. This feature allows for individual temperature settings, ensuring that both the driver and passenger can enjoy a warm and cozy ride. Compared to competitors in its class, the A3's heated seats are often praised for their quick heating capabilities and adjustable intensities, enhancing the overall driving experience.
Sunroof
The available panoramic sunroof in the A3 Prestige 40 TFSI enhances the overall driving experience by allowing natural light to flood the cabin. This feature can be opened for fresh air or tilted for ventilation, creating a more enjoyable atmosphere for both driver and passengers. Unlike fixed roofs in some competitors, the sunroof option adds a luxurious feel and a sense of openness to the interior.
Interior
Leather Upholstery with Contrast Stitching
The Prestige 40 TFSI trim features luxurious leather upholstery with elegant contrast stitching, elevating the interior ambiance. This high-quality material not only enhances comfort during long drives but also provides a sophisticated look compared to cloth or synthetic options in lower trims.
Ambient Interior Lighting
The A3 40 TFSI Prestige features customizable ambient interior lighting that allows drivers to select from multiple colors to enhance the cabin experience. This feature not only adds a touch of luxury but also improves nighttime visibility and creates a personalized atmosphere. In comparison to basic lighting options in lower trims, this feature elevates the overall aesthetic and comfort of the interior.
Extended Ambient Lighting Package
The Extended Ambient Lighting Package allows for customizable interior lighting in multiple colors, enhancing the cabin atmosphere. This feature goes beyond standard ambient lighting by allowing drivers to adjust the intensity and colors to suit their mood. It contributes to a more personalized and luxurious cabin experience compared to basic lighting setups found in lower trims.
Nappa Leather Seats
The Prestige trim offers Nappa leather upholstery, providing superior comfort and luxury compared to standard leather. This high-quality material is softer and more durable, enhancing the overall aesthetic and tactile experience of the interior. The Nappa leather seats are designed to withstand wear and tear while ensuring that occupants enjoy a premium feel during every drive.
Ambient Interior Lighting with Customizable Colors
This feature allows drivers to choose from a range of customizable ambient lighting colors, enhancing the cabin's atmosphere. The dynamic lighting can be adjusted to match personal preferences or mood, providing a unique driving experience. Compared to standard lighting options, this feature adds a touch of sophistication and personalization to the interior.
Technology
Audi Virtual Cockpit
This innovative digital instrument cluster replaces traditional gauges with a customizable 12.3-inch display. The Audi Virtual Cockpit provides essential driving information at a glance, including navigation, entertainment, and vehicle status, offering a superior experience compared to standard analog dials found in many competitors.
Navigation System with Real-Time Traffic Updates
The integrated navigation system offers real-time traffic updates, ensuring users can avoid congested routes. This feature enhances overall driving efficiency and convenience, setting it apart from basic navigation systems that lack real-time data in other trims.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
With wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the A3 Prestige 40 TFSI allows for seamless smartphone integration without the need for cables. This technology enables drivers to access their favorite apps, navigation, and music directly through the vehicle's infotainment system. While some competitors may require a wired connection, the wireless capability of the A3 offers added convenience and flexibility, making it easier to stay connected on the go.
Heads-Up Display
The available heads-up display projects crucial driving information, such as speed and navigation directions, directly onto the windshield in the driver’s line of sight. This feature reduces the need to look away from the road, enhancing safety and convenience. It stands out in its segment by providing a customizable view that integrates seamlessly with the Audi Virtual Cockpit.
Audi Connect Services
Audi Connect Services offers a suite of connected features including real-time traffic information, weather updates, and access to news and navigation services. This service enhances the driving experience by providing valuable information directly to the driver. It stands out compared to competitor systems by integrating seamlessly with the Audi MMI interface, ensuring a user-friendly experience.
Entertainment
Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System
The A3 40 TFSI Prestige comes equipped with a Bang & Olufsen sound system, delivering an immersive audio experience through 14 speakers and a powerful amplifier. This premium system allows for crystal-clear sound quality that enhances music enjoyment, setting it apart from standard audio systems in lower trims.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
SiriusXM Satellite Radio provides access to a wide range of channels, including music, news, sports, and talk shows, offering an extensive entertainment experience. With commercial-free music and exclusive content, it outperforms standard radio options. This feature also includes a complimentary trial subscription, allowing users to explore various channels before committing to a subscription.
360-Degree Sound System
This premium sound system offers immersive audio quality, delivering a rich listening experience that envelops all passengers. The 360-degree sound technology ensures that audio is evenly distributed throughout the cabin, providing a concert-like experience. Compared to standard audio systems, this feature elevates the overall entertainment experience in the A3 40 TFSI Prestige.
Exterior
Matrix LED Headlights
The Matrix LED headlights offer exceptional visibility and advanced technology, automatically adjusting the beam pattern to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers while illuminating the road more effectively. This feature improves night driving safety and is a standout compared to conventional halogen or basic LED headlights.
18-inch Alloy Wheels
The Prestige trim features stylish 18-inch alloy wheels that enhance the A3's sporty appearance while improving handling performance. Compared to the smaller wheels offered in lower trims, these larger alloys provide better traction and a more dynamic driving experience.
Adaptive LED Taillights
The adaptive LED taillights on the Audi A3 Prestige 40 TFSI add a modern touch to the vehicle's exterior while improving visibility for other drivers. These taillights automatically adjust their brightness based on ambient light conditions, ensuring optimal visibility during night driving. Unlike standard halogen lights found in base models of competitors, the adaptive LED taillights offer a more refined and technologically advanced lighting solution.
Matrix LED Taillights with Dynamic Turn Signals
The Matrix LED taillights on the A3 40 TFSI Prestige provide not only enhanced visibility but also feature dynamic turn signals that illuminate in a sweeping motion. This modern design enhances safety by clearly signaling your intentions to other drivers. Compared to standard halogen lights, Matrix LEDs offer superior brightness and energy efficiency, ensuring you are seen in all conditions.
Adaptive Headlights
Adaptive Headlights adjust the direction of the beams based on the steering angle and speed of the vehicle. This technology improves nighttime visibility and enhances safety by illuminating curves in the road ahead. In comparison to fixed headlights, adaptive headlights offer a significant advantage in providing better illumination during turns, particularly in darker driving conditions.
Safety
Adaptive Cruise Control
This advanced cruise control system maintains a set speed while automatically adjusting to the traffic flow, providing a more relaxed driving experience on highways. It enhances safety by reducing the risk of rear-end collisions, making it a significant upgrade over standard cruise control found in many competitors.
Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
This safety feature alerts the driver to vehicles in their blind spots and provides warnings when reversing from parking spaces. It significantly enhances safety during lane changes and backing out, offering greater awareness compared to standard rearview cameras found in lower trims.
Front and Rear Parking Sensors
The front and rear parking sensors in the A3 Prestige 40 TFSI assist the driver in maneuvering the vehicle in tight spaces. These sensors detect obstacles and provide audio and visual alerts, helping to prevent collisions when parking. This feature is particularly beneficial in urban environments where space is limited. Compared to competitors that may only offer rear sensors, the inclusion of both front and rear sensors enhances safety and convenience.
Traffic Jam Assist
Traffic Jam Assist is an advanced driver-assistance feature that helps with steering, acceleration, and braking in slow-moving traffic. This system enhances safety by reducing driver fatigue and maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. It is particularly beneficial in urban settings, making the A3 40 TFSI Prestige a standout in its class for convenience and safety during daily commutes.
360-Degree Camera System
The 360-Degree Camera System provides a bird's-eye view around the vehicle, enhancing parking and low-speed maneuvering. This feature allows drivers to see obstacles that may be out of their line of sight, making it easier to navigate tight spaces. Compared to standard rearview cameras, this system offers a more comprehensive perspective, significantly reducing the risk of accidents during parking.
Convenience
Wireless Smartphone Charging
The wireless smartphone charging pad enables drivers to charge compatible devices without the need for cables, reducing clutter in the cabin. This modern convenience feature is particularly beneficial for tech-savvy users, differentiating it from trims that may require traditional charging methods.
Dual USB Charging Ports
The Audi A3 Prestige 40 TFSI is fitted with dual USB charging ports, allowing passengers to charge their devices simultaneously while on the move. This feature is particularly useful for families or ride-sharing situations where multiple devices are in use. Compared to older models or trims that may offer only one charging port, the dual USB ports enhance convenience and connectivity for all occupants.
Power Folding Side Mirrors
Power folding side mirrors add convenience when parking in tight spaces, allowing the mirrors to fold in automatically or with the push of a button. This feature helps prevent damage in crowded parking lots. Compared to manual mirrors in lower trims, the power folding option in the Prestige trim adds a layer of sophistication and practicality.
Remote Engine Start
The remote engine start feature allows the driver to start the vehicle from a distance, ensuring a comfortable cabin temperature before entering. This is particularly useful in extreme weather conditions. It is an option that reinforces the luxury aspect of the Prestige trim, setting it apart from base models that do not offer this feature.
Wireless Charging Pad with Storage
The Wireless Charging Pad with Storage allows for convenient charging of compatible smartphones without the need for cables. It also features a designated storage area for small items, combining functionality with organization. This feature is a step up from standard USB charging options, providing a clutter-free environment while ensuring devices are charged on the go.
Performance
Quattro All-Wheel Drive System
The A3 40 TFSI Prestige is available with Audi's renowned Quattro all-wheel drive system, which enhances traction and stability in various driving conditions. This feature optimally distributes power between the front and rear wheels, ensuring better handling during adverse weather or on challenging road surfaces. This system sets the A3 apart from many competitors that offer only front-wheel drive, providing a more dynamic and secure driving experience.
Dynamic Steering
Dynamic Steering adjusts the steering ratio based on the vehicle's speed and driving conditions, providing enhanced maneuverability at low speeds and stability at high speeds. This feature enhances the driving experience by responding intuitively to driver input, making the A3 40 TFSI Prestige more agile compared to static steering systems found in some competitors.
Sport Suspension
The sport suspension on the A3 40 TFSI Prestige lowers the vehicle's ride height and enhances handling dynamics, delivering a more connected driving experience. This feature is geared towards enthusiasts seeking improved road feedback and agility, distinguishing it from standard suspension setups found in other trims.
Performance Tires
Performance Tires are designed to enhance grip and handling, providing better traction in various driving conditions. These tires are specifically engineered for sporty driving dynamics, offering improved cornering and responsiveness compared to standard tires. This feature is particularly beneficial for those who appreciate a more engaging driving experience.
Adaptive Air Suspension
The adaptive air suspension system automatically adjusts the vehicle's ride height and firmness based on driving conditions and driver preferences. This feature enhances ride quality by providing a balance between comfort and sportiness, allowing the driver to switch between modes for a more dynamic driving experience. It sets the A3 40 TFSI Prestige apart from competitors that may only offer standard suspension options.
Engine And Performance
Engine Type
Inline-4
Engine Displacement
1,984 cc
Cylinders
4
Horsepower
201
Torque
221
Performance Metrics
Top Speed
130.0 km/h
Zero To Sixty
5.6 sec
Quarter Mile Time
14.1 sec
Exterior Dimensions
Length
176.6 mm
Width
71.5 mm
Height
56.2 mm
Wheelbase
103.5 mm
Ground Clearance
5.5 mm
Interior And Capacity
Seating Capacity
5
Curb Weight
3,350.0 kg
Cargo Volume 4door
12.3 L
Capability
Towing Capacity
0.0 kg
Other Specifications
Drive Train Type
AWD
Petroleum Consumption Primary
N/A
Petroleum Consumption Secondary
N/A
Charging Time 120v
N/A
Charging Time 240v
N/A
Drivetrain
Transmission Gears
7
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission Description
Automatic
Safety
Safety Rating
5-Star NHTSA
Pricing And Value
Msrp
$39,000.00
Depreciation Curve
[[1, 0.82], [2, 0.7], [3, 0.6], [4, 0.52], [5, 0.45]]
Estimated Cost Of Ownership
$48,000.00
Emissions
Emissions Rating
ULEV
Co2 Primary
150.0 g/km
Basic Information
Region
N/A
Model Year
N/A
Fuel Economy And Range
City Mpg Primary
25.0 mpg
City Electricity Consumption
N/A
Combined Mpg Primary Exact
28.0 mpg
Highway Mpg Primary Exact
34.0 mpg
Range Primary
N/A