Does the 2022 Audi A3 need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the Premium FWD.
- All 6 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $225 more a year.
- 63% of 80 sedans (2022) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| Premium Plus FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| Prestige FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| 40 TFSI quattro Premium AWD | 2.0L | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 40 TFSI quattro Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 40 TFSI quattro Prestige AWD | 2.0L | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi A3 | Premium FWD | Regular |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class | A 220 FWD | Premium |
| 2022 BMW 2 Series | 228i Gran Coupe FWD | Premium |
| 2022 Cadillac CT4 | Luxury RWD | Premium |
| 2022 Chrysler 300 | Touring RWD | Regular |
| 2022 Kia Stinger | GT-Line RWD | Premium |
| 2022 Toyota Avalon | XLE FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree