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2025 Audi A3 Cost to Own

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A 2025 Audi A3 will depreciate $23,197 after 5 years and have a 5-year residual value of $16,298. With out of pocket expenses at $38,332, the total Cost to Own of the 2025 Audi A3 is $61,529.

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The 2025 Audi A3 is in the top 11-25% for Cost to Own among all Entry-level Luxury Cars.

5-Year Cost to Own: $61,529

What Does Cost to Own Include?

Fuel
Out of Pocket Expenses $38,332
5-year operating expenses like gas, insurance, interest, maintenance, repairs, and state fees.
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Depreciation
Depreciation (Loss in Value) $23,197
The car's estimated loss in value from the purchase date over 5 years.
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Out of Pocket + Depreciation = Cost to Own

When considering the cost of a car, it's important to look beyond the sticker price. Expenses like fuel, maintenance and insurance can add up quickly.

Sometimes a car with a higher initial price tag can actually save you money over the first five years of ownership. Understanding these differences can help you make a smarter financial decision and keep more money in your pocket.

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5-Year Cost to Own includes out-of-pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).

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2025 Audi A3

Cost to Own: $61,529

MSRP: $39,495

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Total Out of Pocket Expenses
$38,332
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Fuel
$5,569
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Maintenance
$4,279
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Insurance
$16,295
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Repairs
$1,635
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Financing
$5,394
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State Fees
$5,160
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5-year Cost to Own Breakdown

2025 Audi A3
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Total
Fuel
$1,182
$1,124
$1,091
$1,088
$1,084
$5,569
Insurance
$3,259
$3,259
$3,259
$3,259
$3,259
$16,295
Financing
$1,864
$1,494
$1,102
$687
$247
$5,394
State Fees
$3,366
$562
$477
$407
$348
$5,160
Maintenance
$185
$1,220
$587
$2,102
$185
$4,279
Repairs
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$656
$979
$1,635
Depreciation
$9,443
$3,890
$3,683
$3,012
$3,169
$23,197
Cost To Own
$19,299
$11,549
$10,199
$11,211
$9,271
$61,529
2025 Audi A3 Cost to Own
5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$23,197
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$38,332
5-Year Cost to Own:$61,529
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As of September 2025 insuring a Audi A3 2025 will cost approximately $16,295 dollars to insure per year, or $1,357 dollars per month. This amount can vary depending on factors like the age of the driver, driving record, credit rating, location of insured vehicle, vehicle trim and the company providing the insurance. For more information on insuring your vehicle, check out Kelley Blue Book.

As of September 2025 average annual maintenance costs for a Audi A3 2025 run about $855 dollars, totaling approximately $4,279 dollars over five years.

As of September 2025 average annual depreciation for a Audi A3 2025 runs about $4,639 dollars, totaling approximately $23,197 dollars over five years. It's worth noting that new vehicles depreciate most rapidly in the first couple years after purchase and that rate slows over time.

A Audi A3 2025 can be expected to depreciate around $23,197 dollars over the course of 5 years, averaging $4,639 dollars per year, with the most dramatic depreciation occurring in the first 2-3 years and tapering off thereafter. Factors impacting the depreciation value of the 2025 Audi include vehicle age, mileage, make and model, accident history, market demand, service history, and external market factors like gas prices. For a more detailed breakdown of vehicle value, check with the experts at Kelley Blue Book.

Average annual maintenance costs for a Audi A3 2025 run about $855 dollars or $4,279 dollars over the span of 5 years. For a more detailed cost breakdown, check out Kelley Blue Book's car maintenance pages for the 2025 Audi.

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