AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 247 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
247
Avg Mileage
30,992 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the AUDI brand average of 90%.
At 4 years old, 95% of AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-As from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 247 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,992 miles.
How does the 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A has 30,992 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A by Year
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About the 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A
The 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A is a premium with a 999cc petrol engine. 247 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 21% of all 2020 cars for reliability.
With an average of 30,992 miles at 4 years old, AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a premium. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A Reliability Trend
Older AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-As tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 5 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A
At 4 years old, the AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2020 AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A
The AUDI A3 S LINE 30 TFSI MHEV S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premiums from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-10%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-8%) from 78,522 tests