Audi A3 Auction Values

Year-by-year auction and retail prices for the Audi A3 (2010–2025).

Overview

From 2010 through 2025, the Audi A3 sedan has been a consistent presence on wholesale run lists. Per-unit economics hinge on year, trim, mileage, and title status — the same sale can have A3 units at very different price points. The Runs List scores each one against retail comps so the profitable units are obvious.

Audi A3 — Average Prices by Year

YearAvg. AuctionAvg. RetailSpread
2025$34,600$48,000$13,400
2024$31,100$43,200$12,100
2023$27,600$38,400$10,800
2022$24,200$33,600$9,400
2021$20,700$28,800$8,100
2020$17,300$24,000$6,700
2019$13,800$19,200$5,400
2018$10,400$14,400$4,000
2017$10,400$14,400$4,000
2016$10,400$14,400$4,000
2015$10,400$14,400$4,000
2014$10,400$14,400$4,000
2013$10,400$14,400$4,000
2012$10,400$14,400$4,000
2011$10,400$14,400$4,000
2010$10,400$14,400$4,000

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Competitors

Compare the Audi A3 against: BMW 2 Series, Mercedes-Benz CLA, Cadillac CT4

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Audi A3 sell for at auction?
Recent auction data puts the average Audi A3 sale price near $34,600. Units with clean titles and lower mileage command more; salvage or high-mileage units sell well below the average.
What is the retail value of a Audi A3?
Dealers currently list the Audi A3 at around $48,000 on average. Asking prices swing with trim level, mileage, and local market supply.
What is the profit margin on a Audi A3 from auction?
Expect a gross spread of about $13,400 on a typical Audi A3 bought at auction and sold at retail. The net figure depends on your fee schedule, transport distance, and recon budget — The Runs List rolls those into a per-unit max bid.
Is a Audi A3 a good car to buy at auction?
The Audi A3 shows up consistently on run lists at the major auction houses. Profitability comes down to buying the right unit at the right number: check the condition grade, mileage, and title status, then compare the landed cost against retail comps. The Runs List does that math for every listing automatically.
Where can I find a Audi A3 at auction?
Major wholesale channels — Manheim, ADESA/Openlane, Copart, and IAA — all move the Audi A3 regularly. The Runs List scans upcoming run lists so you know which sales actually have the units you want before you commit to attending.

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