2020 AUDI A3 fuel consumption

Instrument cluster

Trip computer (Audi virtual cockpit)
Applies to: vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit
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Fig. 16 Instrument cluster: fuel consumption display
Resetting values to zero
Requirement: the Fuel consumption, Short-term
memory, or Long-term memory display must be
selected.
> To reset the values in the respective memory to
zero, press and hold the left thumbwheel on
the multifunction steering wheel for one sec-
ond. Or
> On the multifunction steering wheel, select:
the right control button > Reset values*.
The following displays are available, depending
on vehicle equipment:
— Date and time > page 230
— Plug-in hybrid drive: range > page 81
— Average consumption > page 22
— Short-term memory overview
— Long-term memory overview
— Energy consumers > page 22
— Driver assistance > page 115
The short-term memory collects driving informa-
tion from the time the ignition is switched on un-
til it is switched off. If you continue driving within
two hours after switching the ignition off, the
new values are included when calculating the cur-
rent trip information.
Unlike the short-term memory, the long-term
memory is not erased automatically. You can se-
lect the time period for evaluating trip informa-
tion yourself.
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Average consumption
The current consumption can be shown using a
bar graph. The average consumption stored in
the short-term memory is also displayed. If the
bar is green, your vehicle is saving energy (for ex-
ample, using recuperation).
Energy consumers*
The Energy consumers view lists other equip-
ment that is currently affecting fuel consump-
tion. The display shows up to three equipment
items. The equipment using the most power is
listed first. If more than three items using power
are switched on, the equipment that is currently
using the most power is displayed. A chart also
shows you the current total of all other consum-
ers.
(i) Tips
The date, time of day, and time and date for-
mat can be set in the Infotainment system
=> page 230.
Trip computer (analog instrument cluster)
Applies to: vehicles with analog instrument cluster

B8U-0402
@ 30mpg
3237 mi EPA
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Fig. 17 Instrument cluster: fuel consumption display
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you may be
able to open various displays in the on-board
computer, or a predetermined item will be dis-
played, such as the odometer.
Resetting values to zero
Requirement: the Fuel consumption, Short-term
memory, or Long-term memory display must be
selected.
> To reset the values in the respective memory to
zero, press and hold the left thumbwheel on >

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Instrument cluster

the multifunction steering wheel for one sec-
ond.
On-board computer
In the trip computer, you can call up the follow-
ing displays one after the other by turning the
left thumbwheel on the multifunction steering
wheel:
— Date > page 230
— Remaining range
— Plug-in hybrid drive*: speedometer > page 15,
range > page 81, energy flow display
=> page 80
— Short-term memory &
— Average consumption
— Long-term memory
— Engine oil temperature*
The short-term memory collects driving informa-
tion from the time the ignition is switched on un-
til it is switched off. If you continue driving within
two hours after switching the ignition off, the
new values are included when calculating the cur-
rent trip information.
Unlike the short-term memory, the long-term
memory is not erased automatically. You can se-
lect the time period for evaluating trip informa-
tion yourself.
@ Tips
The date, time of day, and time and date for-
mat can be set in the Infotainment system
=> page 230.
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Applies to: vehicles with efficiency program
Resetting values to zero
> To reset the values in the respective memory to
zero, press and hold the left thumbwheel on
the multifunction steering wheel for one sec-
ond.
The efficiency program can help you to use less
fuel. It evaluates driving information in reference
to fuel consumption and shows other equipment
influencing consumption. Economy tips provide
advice for efficient driving.
The efficiency program receives distance and con-
sumption data from the short-term memory. If
the data in the efficiency program is deleted, the
values in the short-term memory are also reset.
The following additional displays may be availa-
ble in the efficiency program, depending on vehi-
cle equipment:
— Other equipment: other equipment that is cur-
rently affecting fuel consumption is listed in
the efficiency program. The display shows up to
three other equipment items. The equipment
using the most power is listed first. If more
than three items using power are switched on,
the equipment that is currently using the most
power is displayed. A chart also shows you the
current total of all other consumers.
— Economy tips: in certain situations, economy
tips appear automatically for a short time in
the efficiency program. If you follow these
economy tips, you can reduce your vehicle's fuel
consumption. To turn an economy message off
immediately after it appears, press any button
on the multifunction steering wheel.
Engine oil temperature display and boost
indicator
Applies to: vehicles with engine oil temperature display/boost
indicator
Engine oil temperature indicator
Applies to: vehicles with analog instrument clus-
ter: The engine oil temperature is only shown on
the lap timer display > page 117.
Applies to: vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit: The
engine oil temperature is only displayed in the
enhanced view or in the sport view* > page 19.
When engine oil temperatures are low, the dis-
play --- °F (--- °C) appears in the instrument clus-
ter.
The engine has reached its operating tempera-
ture when the engine oil temperature is between
176 °F (80 °C) and 248 °F (120 °C) under normal
driving conditions. The engine oil temperature
may be higher if there is heavy engine load and
high temperatures outside. This is not a cause for
concern as long as the 2 => page 308 or =
= page 308 indicator lights do not turn on.
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Driving



Component Color Meaning
Motion arrow Green Electric driving
Orange Driving with the gasoline engine

Green-orange Driving with the gasoline engine and electric mo-
tor (boost)

Green

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Recuperation

a) Not available in all Infotainment systems.
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
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Fig. 91 Range monitor

You can display the projected range of the vehi-
cle.

> Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button > Range &
statistics > Range.
@ Range potential (value)
@ Range potential (graphic)
@®) Total range (graphic)
@ Total range (value)
Range potential: the value indicates an addition-
al amount of distance that can be gained by turn-
ing off certain convenience functions. The con-
venience functions with high energy usage are
listed on the display.
@) Tips
— The range can also be displayed in the in-
strument cluster in the on-board computer.
— The values given are based on the latest
consumption values.
— The range that is indicated is based on the
previous and predicted consumption values.
For example, these can be affected if con-
venience functions are turned on.
Statistics
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
You can display statistics about the trips traveled
using electric power and those using fuel. The
values are taken from the short-term memory
and long-term memory of the on-board comput-
er.

> Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button > Range &
statistics > e-tron statistics.
Vehicle sound
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive

The electric drive system generates considerably
less noise than a combustion engine. An artificial
engine sound is generated when driving electri-
cally so that the vehicle can be heard from the
outside when driving. The vehicle sound auto-
matically fades out at higher speeds when the
sounds from the tires and wind start increasing.

ZA WARNING
Other road users may not be able to defini-
tively hear electric vehicles when they are
driving. This increases the risk of an accident
particularly when driving in areas with little
traffic, when maneuvering, or when driving in
reverse.
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driving
Your driving style greatly influences the amount
of fuel and energy consumed, the environmental
impact, and the wear on the engine, brakes, and
tires. Note the following information for efficient
and environmentally-conscious driving: >

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System settings

System settings
Setting the date and
time
You can set the clock time manually or using the
GPS*.

> Select: [MENU] button > Settings > left control
button > MMI settings > Date & time, or:
> Select: [MENU] button > Vehicle > left control
button > Vehicle settings > Date & time.


Automatic setting
When this function is switched on ¥, the time
and date are automatically set.
Time
Requirement: the Automatic setting must be
switched off.
Press the control knob. You can set the Time
manually by turning and pressing the control
knob.
Date
Requirement: the Automatic setting must be
switched off.
Press the control knob. You can set the Date
manually by turning and pressing the control
knob.
Time zone
When selecting the appropriate time zone, a
sampling of countries in this zone will be listed.
Automatic time zone*
When this function is switched on ¥, the time
will automatically adjust to the corresponding
time zone.
Automatic daylight saving time*
When this function is switched on M, the time
will automatically switch to daylight saving time.

) The Qi standard makes it possible to charge your mobile
device wirelessly.
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Time format
If you select 24h, the clock will display, for exam-
ple, 13:00. If you select AM/PM, the clock will
display, for example, 1:00 PM.
Date format
If you select DD.MM.YYYY, the date display will
show, for example, 31.03.2019. If you select
MM/DD/YYYY, the date display will show, for ex-
ample, 03/31/2019. If you select YYYY-MM-DD,
the date display will show, for example,
2019-03-31.
MMI settings

> Select: [MENU] button > Settings > left control
button > MMI settings.

Language
You can change the display language as well as
the language for the voice guidance* and voice
recognition system*.
The number of languages available depends on
the country.
Measurement units
The following measurement units can be set de-
pending on availability: Speed, Distance, Tem-
perature, Fuel consumption, Volume, Pressure.
Mobile device reminder signal
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
Requirement: your cell phone must be Qi-capa-
ble ) or connected to the Audi music interface @
with a USB adapter cable > page 171, fig. 162.
When the device reminder signal is switched on,
you will be notified that your mobile device is still
in the Audi phone box when you leave the vehicle.
You can select between Spoken cue, Signal tone
and Off.
Mobile device reminder signal volume: you can
adjust the reminder signal volume by turning the
control knob.

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Checking and Filling

— Do not use any gasoline mixture whose
composition cannot be identified.
— Audi does not assume any responsibility for
damage to the fuel system or for perform-
ance problems caused by using gasoline
mixtures different from those specified.
This type of damage also does not fall under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or under
the emissions control system warranty.
— If you notice a higher fuel consumption or
poor handling or performance problems due
to such gasoline mixtures, we recommend
fueling with unblended gasoline.
Gasoline additives
An important issue for many automobile manu-
facturers is combustion residue in the engine
that results from the use of certain fuels.
Although types of gasoline differ depending on
the manufacturer, there are similarities. Certain
substances in the gasoline may cause deposits in
the engine. Additives in the gasoline that should
keep the engine and fuel system clean do not all
function equally.
Audi recommends using TOP TIER Detergent Gas-
oline. For additional information on TOP TIER De-
tergent Gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
If you use incorrect fuels over a long period of
time, the maximum engine performance may be
impaired by combustion residue.
@) Note
— Damage or malfunctions caused by the use
of incorrect types of gasoline are not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
— Only gasoline additives that have been ap-
proved by Audi may be used.
Refueling
Fueling procedure

B8V-0111

Applies to: vehicles with conventional drive system
Fig. 239 Right rear side of vehicle: opening the fuel filler
door

B8V-0110

Applies to: vehicles with conventional drive system
Fig. 240 Fuel filler door with tank cap on
Plug-in hybrid drive*: refer to the information un-
der > page 302, Refueling.
The fuel filler door is unlocked or locked by the
central locking system.
> Plug-in hybrid drive: read and follow the in-
structions under > page 302, Opening the fuel
filler door.
>» Unlock the vehicle if necessary.
> Conventional drive system: press on the left
side of the fuel filler door to open it > fig. 239.
> Unscrew the tank cap counterclockwise.
» Place the cap from above on the open fuel filler
door > fig. 240.
> Insert the fuel pump nozzle all the way into the
fuel filler neck.
> Begin fueling. Once the fuel pump nozzle turns
off the first time, the fuel tank is full. Do not
continue fueling, or else the expansion space in
the tank will be filled with fuel. >
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Checking and Filling

Observe the safety precautions > A\ in General
information on page 304.
> Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Shut the engine off when it is warm.
> Wait approximately two minutes.
> Open the hood > page 305.
> Remove the oil dipstick > page 307, fig. 248,
wipe
it off with a clean cloth and insert it all the
way in again.
> Remove the oil dipstick again and then read the
oil level > table on page 309.
> Add engine oil if necessary > page 309.

Areas on the oil dipstick > fig. 249.

@| If the engine oil level is just before the
marking (@), then engine oil must be added.
See>O.


@|Do not add engine oil.

() Note
— The engine oil level must not be below the
marking ©, because this increases the risk
of engine damage.
— After adding engine oil, the oil level must
not be above the marking (2) > fig. 249, be-
cause this increases the risk of catalytic con-
verter and/or engine damage. If the oil level
is above the marking Q), drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to have any engine oil
extracted. Avoid high engine speeds, full ac-
celeration, and heavy engine loads.
@ Tips
— The engine oil consumption may be up to
0.5 quart/600 miles (0.5 liter/1,000 km),
depending on driving style and operating
conditions. Consumption may be higher dur-
ing the first 3,000 miles (5,000 km). The
engine oil level must be checked regularly.
It is best to check each time you refuel your
vehicle and before long drives.
— Because of the lubrication and cooling of
the engine, combustion engines consume
oil. The oil consumption varies depending
on the engine and may change during the
service life of the engine. Engines generally
consume more oil at the beginning during
the break-in period. Then oil consumption
stabilizes after the break-in period.
— Under normal conditions, oil consumption
depends on the quality and viscosity of the
oil, the engine RPM, the climate conditions,
and the road conditions. The dilution of oil
from condensation or fuel residue as well as
the age of the oil also play a role. Because
engine wear increases with mileage, oil con-
sumption will increase again over time until
it may be necessary to replace worn compo-
nents.
— Because all these variables play a role, it is
not possible to define an oil consumption
standard. Therefore, the oil level must be
checked regularly.
— If you believe that your engine has in-
creased its oil consumption, contact an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility to determine the cause.
Please note that an exact oil consumption
measurement must be done with the neces-
sary care and accuracy and may take time.
An authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility is trained in accurately
measuring the oil consumption.
— You can find information on engine oil and
engine oil capacities for the USA at www.
audiusa.com/help/maintenance, or for Can-
ada at www.audi.ca/ca/web/en/
customer-area/care-and-maintenance/
audi-service-schedules.html, or call
800-822-2834.
Adding engine oil

B8K-2120


Fig. 250 Engine compartment: engine oil filler opening
cover
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Wheels


—The tire must flex more if the
tire pressure is too low or if
the vehicle speed or load are
too high. This heats the tire up
too much. This increases the
risk of an accident because it
can cause the tire to burst and
result in loss of vehicle con-
trol.
—Incorrect tire pressure increas-
es tire wear and has a negative
effect on driving and braking

behavior, which increases the
risk of an accident.
@ Note
Replace lost valve caps to re-
duce the risk of damage to the
tire valves.

© For the sake of the envi-
ronment
Tire pressure that is too low in-
creases fuel consumption.
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Please note that the information
contained in the following table
was correct at the time of print-
ing, and the information is sub-
ject to change. If there are any
differences, you should always
Make sure that the tire designa-
tion on your tire matches the des-
ignation on the tire pressure label
and the tire pressure table.
The following table lists recom-
mended tire pressures in cold








follow the Ei pressure sticker tires according to the load and
= page 330, fig. 259. the size of the tires installed.
Model/ Tire designation Tire pressure
Engine Normal load Maximum load
(up to 2/3* people)”
Front Rear Front Rear
PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA
A3 sedan: 225/40 R18 92Y 35 | 240 | 32 | 220 | 36 | 250 | 36 | 250
2.0L 225/45 R17 91H 33. | 230 | 30 | 210 | 41 | 280 | 41 | 280
4-cylinder 225/40 R18 92H 36 | 250 | 33 | 230 | 41 | 280 | 41 | 280
235/35 R19 91Y 33 | 230 | 30 | 210 | 38 | 260 | 41 | 280
S3 sedan: 225/40 R18 92Y 38 | 260 | 35 | 240 | 42 | 290 | 42 | 290
2.0L 225/40 R18 92H 38 | 260 | 35 | 240 | 41 | 280 | 41 280
4-cylinder — [335/35R1991Y | 39 | 270 | 36 | 250 | 44 | 300 | 44 | 300 |p

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Wheels

Rims
Rims with a bolted rim ring* or with bolted wheel
covers* consist of multiple pieces. These compo-
nents were bolted together using special bolts
and a special procedure. You must not repair or
disassemble them > A\.

ZA WARNING
Wheel bolts that are tightened or repaired in-
correctly can become loose and result in loss
of vehicle control, which increases the risk of
an accident. For the correct tightening specifi-
cation, see > page 352, After changing a
wheel.
— Always keep the wheel bolts and the threads
in the wheel hub clean and free of grease.
— Only use wheel bolts that fit the rim.
— Always have damaged rims repaired by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. Never repair or disassemble
rims yourself, because this increases the risk
of an accident.
Winter tires significantly improve the vehicle's
handling when driving in winter conditions. Be-
cause of their construction (width, compound,
tread pattern), summer tires provide less traction
on ice and snow.

> Use winter tires on all four wheels.
> Only use winter tires that are approved for your
vehicle.
> Please note that the maximum permitted
speed may be lower with winter tires > A\ in
General information on page 319. An author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility can inform you about the maximum per-
mitted speed for your tires.
> Check the tire pressure after installing wheels
=> page 330.
The effectiveness of winter tires is reduced great-
ly when the tread is worn down to a depth of
0.157 inch (4 mm). The characteristics of winter
tires also decrease greatly as the tire ages, re-
gardless of the remaining tread.
(@) For the sake of the environment
Reinstall summer tires at the appropriate
time, because they provide better handling
when roads are free of snow and ice. Summer
tires cause less road noise, tire wear, and fuel
consumption.
@) Tips
You can also use all season tires instead of
winter tires. Please note that in some coun-
tries where winter tires are required, only win-
ter tires with the 44 symbol may be permit-
ted.
Snow chains improve both driving and braking in
winter road conditions.
> Only install snow chains on the front wheels.
> Check and correct the seating of the snow
chains after driving a few feet, if necessary. Fol-
low the instructions from the manufacturer.
> Note the maximum speed of 30 mph
(50 km/h). Observe the local regulations.
Use of snow chains is only permitted with certain
rim/tire combinations due to technical reasons.
Check with an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility to see if you may use
snow chains.
Use fine-mesh snow chains. They must not add
more than 0.53 inch (13.5 mm) in height, includ-
ing the chain lock.
You must remove the snow chains on roads with-
out snow. Otherwise, you could impair driving
ability and damage the tires.

ZA WARNING
Using incorrect snow chains or installing snow
chains incorrectly can result in loss of vehicle
control, which increases the risk of an acci-
dent.
() Note
Snow chains can damage the rims and wheel
covers* if the chains come into direct contact

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