Verdict
The Audi A3 Sedan 8Y is the faster, better-equipped new-generation choice: 187 hp and 320 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time to 7.3 seconds, versus 147 hp, 250 Nm and 8.2 seconds for the 8V Facelift. It also gets a 10.1-inch MMI screen, driver’s seat memory and six front and rear parking sensors. The outgoing 8V Facelift remains the rational Malaysian buy if economy matters, returning a rated 4.9 L/100 km against 6.2 L/100 km while retaining the same 425-litre boot.
Pick the Audi A3 Sedan 8V Facelift if you want the lower-running-cost A3 with 4.9 L/100 km rated consumption and RM70 annual road tax.
Pick the Audi A3 Sedan 8Y if you want 187 hp, 320 Nm, a 7.3-second century sprint and more modern cabin equipment.
Key differences
- Purchase price: Audi A3 Sedan 8V Facelift RM231,090; Audi A3 Sedan 8Y RM338,990.
- Power and torque: 8V Facelift 147 hp and 250 Nm; 8Y 187 hp and 320 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: 8V Facelift 8.2 seconds; 8Y 7.3 seconds.
- Rated fuel economy: 8V Facelift 4.9 L/100 km; 8Y 6.2 L/100 km.
- Annual road tax: 8V Facelift RM70; 8Y RM372.
- Infotainment display: 8V Facelift 7.0-inch MMI Navigation plus; 8Y 10.1-inch MMI Navigation plus with Audi connect and smartphone interface.
8V Facelift
- Lower rated consumption at 4.9 L/100 km.
- Much lower RM70 annual road tax.
- 18-inch wheels and front foglamps.
- 40 hp and 70 Nm down, with an 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 7.0-inch infotainment lacks the 8Y's Audi connect and smartphone interface.
- Four front and rear parking sensors; the 8Y has six at each end.
8Y
- 187 hp and 320 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds.
- 10.1-inch MMI with Audi connect, smartphone interface and Audi sound system.
- Driver's seat memory, paddle shifts and six parking sensors front and rear.
- Rated consumption rises to 6.2 L/100 km.
- RM372 annual road tax versus RM70.
- No front foglamps, which the 8V Facelift gets.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM231,090✓ | RM338,990 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM372 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,395 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Horsepower | 147 hp at 5,000 rpm | 187 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 250 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 320 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 74.5 mm × 80 mm | 82.5 mm × 92.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | S tronic | 7-speed S tronic Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | BorgWarner |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 4.9 L/100 km✓ | 6.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 224 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 114 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,458 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,816 mm |
| Height | 1,416 mm | 1,425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,637 mm | 2,636 mm |
| Weight | 1,245 kg | 1,535 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 425 litres | 425 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo2 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" 5 Twin Spoke Design Alloy | 17" 5-Parallel-Spoke Style Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 5 Twin Spoke Design Alloy | 17" 5-Parallel-Spoke Style Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for front passenger seat and two outer rear seats | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Lane Departure Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" MMI Navigation plus with MMI Touch, Bluetooth and 8 Speakers | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Audi virtual cockpit | Audi Virtual Cockpit |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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8V Facelift vs 8Y FAQ
Is the Audi A3 Sedan 8V Facelift or Audi A3 Sedan 8Y better?
The Audi A3 Sedan 8Y is better for performance and equipment, with 187 hp, 320 Nm and a 10.1-inch MMI screen. The 8V Facelift is the better cost-conscious choice thanks to its 4.9 L/100 km rating and RM70 road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Audi A3 Sedan 8Y costs RM107,900 more than the Audi A3 Sedan 8V Facelift: RM338,990 against RM231,090.
Which A3 Sedan is cheaper to run?
The Audi A3 Sedan 8V Facelift is cheaper on the stated figures. It is rated at 4.9 L/100 km versus 6.2 L/100 km for the 8Y, and its annual road tax is RM70 rather than RM372.
