2025 Audi A3 Sedan public Review

In recent years, competition in the luxury compact sedan market has become increasingly fierce. Consumers not only seek the refined quality of German brands but also expect more advanced smart features and practical space. The 2025 Audi A3 Sedan public aims precisely at this segment. As a mid-cycle facelift model of the A3 series, it not only continues Audi's family design genes but also upgrades its intelligent technology and driving quality. The core purpose of this test drive is to verify whether this car can remain competitive in its class while meeting the dual demands of family users and young consumers.

In terms of exterior design, the 2025 A3 Sedan public maintains a sporty and refined style. The front face features a sharper hexagonal single-frame grille filled with black honeycomb accents, paired with redesigned LED headlights on both sides. The daytime running lights inside the headlights adopt a segmented design, giving it high recognizability when lit. The body side profile is sleek, with a waistline extending from the front fender to the rear end, paired with 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, enhancing its sporty appearance. At the rear, the taillight clusters have also been upgraded. Their internal structure adopts Audi's iconic "arrow" shape, echoing the design of the front headlights. The dual exhaust layout under the rear bumper (decorative elements on some models) further emphasizes its sporty attributes.

Stepping inside, the interior continues to showcase Audi's strengths in technology and luxury. The center console adopts a driver-oriented design, making it easy to operate. The 10.1-inch floating touchscreen, integrated with the latest MMI infotainment system, supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connections, with significantly improved response speed and fluidity. The instrument cluster is a 12.3-inch fully digital virtual cockpit that offers multiple display modes and rich content. In terms of interior materials, the upper part of the central console and the inner side of the door panels are wrapped in soft-touch materials, complemented by metal trims and piano black panels, creating an excellent tactile feel. The seats use a combination of leather and fabric (full leather seats for higher trims), with electrically adjustable front seats and lumbar support, providing good comfort for occupants.

Regarding space, the 2025 A3 Sedan public measures 4554mm×1816mm×1425mm, with a wheelbase of 2680mm. The front-row space is ample, offering a headroom clearance of about a fist for passengers at a height of 180cm. The rear-seat space is average; passengers with the same height have about two fists of legroom and slightly limited headroom, but it's adequate for daily family use. For storage, the front central armrest box and the door panel compartments provide practical capacity, while the trunk offers 425L of space. The rear seats can be folded down in a 4/6 split configuration, expanding the space to 1200L, capable of accommodating large items.

In terms of performance, the test-driven model is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine that delivers a maximum power of 150 horsepower and a peak torque of 250 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. During everyday driving, power delivery is smooth, and there is no obvious turbo lag during startup. When switching to Sport mode, throttle response becomes more sensitive, and the transmission actively downshifts when the accelerator is pressed deeper, significantly enhancing acceleration feel and offering confidence when overtaking. The 0-100 km/h acceleration time is approximately 8.5 seconds, which is more than sufficient for a family car.

In terms of handling and chassis performance, the steering of the A3 Sedan public is precise, with minimal play and moderate feedback. The chassis adopts a combination of front MacPherson independent suspension and rear multi-link independent suspension, tuned towards a sporty feel while maintaining comfort. When passing over bumpy roads, the suspension effectively filters out minor vibrations, keeping the body posture stable. In corners, the body roll is well controlled, giving the driver sufficient confidence.

As for fuel consumption, after a comprehensive test drive on urban roads and highways, the fuel consumption is about 6.5L per 100 kilometers. This is a good performance for a 1.4T engine and meets the fuel efficiency needs of a family car. Regarding noise control, during high-speed driving, the vehicle effectively suppresses wind and tire noise, maintaining a comfortable cabin quietness.

Overall, the 2025 Audi A3 Sedan public performs well in terms of design, technology, and driving quality. Compared to competitors in its class, it has an advantage in luxury interior feel and technological features, while its performance in power and fuel consumption is also well-balanced. This car is suitable for family users who value brand, technology features, and driving quality, as well as young consumers pursuing a refined lifestyle. If you're looking for a luxury compact car that balances sportiness and practicality, the 2025 A3 Sedan public is worth considering.