Audi upgrades A3 lineup with redesigned interior, adaptive cruise assist, and new tech packages
Audi has unveiled an upgrade for its A3 series, featuring a panoramic cockpit display, new driver-assist packages, and enhanced connectivity.
- €31,850
- 143 km
- 210 km/h
What Happened
The Audi A3 lineup receives a significant upgrade focusing on a redesigned interior with a curved panoramic display combining an 11.9-inch virtual cockpit and a 12.8-inch MMI touchscreen. New driver-assist systems are grouped into Tech, Tech plus, and Tech pro packages, with adaptive cruise assist plus as the core feature, capable of automatic braking at red lights and lane changes on highways.
- Panoramic display with 11.9-inch virtual cockpit and 12.8-inch MMI
- Adaptive cruise assist plus with automatic braking at red lights
- Park assist plus and pro with remote parking via myAudi app
- Trained parking for memorizing up to five maneuvers over 50 meters
- New digital daytime running light signatures, customizable via MMI
143 kmkm
Combined WLTP cycle; battery recharges in about half an hour with DC charging.
Prices start at €31,850 for the A3 Sportback, with the e-hybrid from €45,350, the S3 at €57,200, and the RS 3 at €68,500. The upgraded models arrive at dealerships in mid-September 2026.
Why this matters
The A3 series upgrade brings advanced driver assistance and digital features to a popular compact model, making everyday driving safer and more convenient.
Terms in This Story
- MMI
- Audi's multimedia interface system for infotainment and vehicle settings.
- quattro
- Audi's all-wheel-drive system for improved traction and handling.
- WLTP
- Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure, a standard for measuring fuel consumption and emissions.
- torque splitter
- A system that distributes torque variably between the rear wheels to enhance agility and stability.
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