2016 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 2016

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2016 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 repairs by problem area

Engine (13%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (30%)

Other (20%)

Chart based on 30 repairs.
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2016 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD

16500 mi Warped rubber seal around driver's door glass. Seal replaced due to warpage, window regulator replaced due to out-of-position glass. 
6000 mi Interior rear view mirror was replaced under warranty.The mirror was unable to stay in place between day and night mode. 

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2016 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.4L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 6-speed automated manual FWD

5300 mi Windshield wiper (driver side) scratches the windshield with unsmooth movement and noise. 
5600 mi Windshield wiper (driver side) scratches the windshield with unsmooth movement and noise. I was told this is one known issue in 2016 Audi A3 e-tron. 
27000 mi

US $300
replaced right front tire. also 25000 mile service 

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2016 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

1000 mi Wiper blades chattered first time I used them. 

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2016 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Other Problems

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