Audi of America’s refreshed A3 Sportback e-tron is poised to carry on to make new proprietors to the electrical plug-in hybrid family. The compact vehicle from the A3 model-line combines performance with impressive efficiency, and after this offers far more technology, for your premium driving experience that is definitely truly Audi.
The 2017 A3 Sportback e-tron is still a success for Audi, with nearly 13 percent of A3 sales being composed of e-tron sales. When the brand’s first step towards providing an electrified future while in the U.S., the e-tron gives a versatile decision for the full choice of daily commuting challenges, a few of which can be treated on an electric battery alone.
The 2017 A3 e-tron might be priced from $38,900 for the Premium trim level to $47,550 on the Prestige trim. In California, the vehicle’s largest market, purchasing customers who will be residents with the state might also get additional federal and state incentives and tax credits.
Combining the benefits of a hybrid with all-electric range, the A3 Sportback e-tron continually come with a 1.4-liter TFSI engine as well as a permanent magnet-driven electric motor to form 204 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. With impressive off-the-line acceleration, the e-tron sprints from 0-60 mph in a mere 7.6 seconds.
As the one Audi obtainable in a Sportback model research greater than 43.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity together with the rear seats folded down, the A3 e-tron offers customers reasonably limited driving knowledge of on a daily basis utility. New for 2017, the e-tron comes equipped with far more standard features including panoramic sunroof, rearview camera, LED daytime running lights with available e-tron signature LED headlights (Premium Plus and Prestige only) and standard driver assistance systems just like Audi pre sense basic and Audi pre sense front.
Expanded technology offerings include the available Audi virtual cockpit, Audi smartphone interface with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration for compatible devices, Audi connect PRIME and PLUS services (6-month trial subscription) and MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, further raising the bar with regards to drivers can get from electric vehicles. Specifically created for e-tron, the Audi virtual cockpit includes unique displays perhaps a power meter screen which shows garden and consumption figures for the electricity and gasoline, placed into the driver’s kind of vision.
Also exclusive to the A3 Sportback e-tron is a available Sport package which adds a 3-spoke, flat-bottom, multifunction tire with shift paddles, 18″ 15-spoke Turbine-design wheels with all-season tires, front sport seats, with an S line roof spoiler, further differentiating the e-tron from the entire A3 model line.
Four unique drive modes throughout the Audi drive select system always allow e-tron drivers to dictate how to change the vehicle’s electric range to are perfect for their needs. From hybrid mode, which automatically chooses the most beneficial power according to speed and also gratifaction demand, to Sport mode, utilizing all available power from the combustion engine additionally, the motor unit to supply all-out performance, the e-tron is actually a versatile option for several different daily driving needs.
Pricing Detail:
| MODEL | PREMIUM | PREMIUM PLUS | PRESTIGE |
| A3 Sportback e-tron | $38,900 | $42,000 | $47,550 |
Prices above exclude destination charge ($950), taxes, title, options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.
Federal tax credits are simply just open to qualifying taxpayers that get a new Audi A3 e-tron vehicle, and are not there for lease customers. Qualifications for state incentives will be different. All tax credits and incentives are governed by change. Please consult a tax professional for advices. These postings will not constitute tax advice.
