Test Drive Review 2024 Audi A3 Allstreet

Since the first generation hit the market in 1996, the Audi A3 has come in all flavors and colors, from the beautiful three-cylinder to the roaring RS models. It’s just an adventurous version with SUV features that didn’t exist yet. Until now, because Ingolstadt is finally offering its mid-range car such an interesting version. Only in this case it is not called Allroad, but Allstreet, because under it it sticks to classic engines and front-wheel drive. The A3 thus follows in the footsteps of the A1 variants of the same name.

Design and body work Audi A3 Street

Its high ground clearance and large wheels place this Audi A3 Allstreet (which is only available as a five-door) almost 3 centimeters higher on its legs, making it more reminiscent of the Q models from Ingolstadt – without, however, making us think that a full crossover could to talk Furthermore, the Allstreet is recognizable by its bumpers, decorated with air intakes similar to those of the RS 3, and by the honeycomb motif for its radiator grille. The LED matrix lights also allow you to choose from four possible designs to customize the look of your A3.

Driving behavior Audi A3 Street

The slightly higher seating position is comfortable and gives the impression of giving a better overview of the surroundings. Somewhat surprisingly, the Allstreet is certainly not more convenient than the standard A3 Sportback. On the contrary, every pothole, every bump in the road is clearly visible. The positive thing about the story is that despite its high center of gravity, the Allstreet doesn’t roll and sway any more than the regular A3, so it still exhibits admirable cornering behavior.

Engine and performance Audi A3 Street

While you wait for the plug-in hybrid versions (which should follow before summer), you can order the A3 Allstreet as a 35 TFSI in petrol and as a 35 TDI in diesel, both good for 150 hp and with limited hybrid support on the 48. volts. The auto-ignition fits this A3 like a glove and is actually a smarter and more economical part than petrol. All variants use the S-Tronic robotic gearbox, which has nothing to prove in terms of efficiency. Like TFSI 35, Audi A3 Allstreet needs 8.1 seconds to run from 0 to 100 km/h, top speed and average consumption is 226 km/h and 124 grams of CO2/km respectively.

Decision Audi A3 Street

This Audi A3 Allstreet is not very different from the regular A3 Sportback: its driving behavior is very similar, and the difference is mainly of a cosmetic nature. Although there may be an audience that appreciates those extra centimeters of extra ground clearance – for comfort reasons or because they occasionally have to take an unpaved road. Mainly because the additional price of such Allstreet is ultimately not higher than that of the S-Line package.