2007 Audi A3 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 3 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2006 2008 →

Fuel tank capacity

14.5gal · 55 L

The 2007 Audi A3 has a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 gallons (55 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 363–421 highway miles or 261–319 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

14.5 gal · Smaller than 91% of 2007 models we list.

Highway range
363–421 mi
City range
261–319 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
21–25 MPG
EPA size class
Small Station Wagons

2007 Audi A3 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 3 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2.0T 4dr Wagon 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 22 / 29Range 319 / 421 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 14.5 gal55 L 22 / 29 319 / 421 mi
2.0T 4dr Wagon 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M · FWD MPG 21 / 29Range 305 / 421 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M FWD 14.5 gal55 L 21 / 29 305 / 421 mi
3.2 quattro 4dr Wagon AWD 3.2L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 25Range 261 / 363 mi 3.2L 6cyl 6A AWD 14.5 gal55 L 18 / 25 261 / 363 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2007 Audi A3 goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 25 MPG, a full 14.5-gallon tank covers about 363 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full14.5421319
3/410.9315239
1/27.3210160
1/43.610580
1/81.85340

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 600 gallons, roughly 41 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.8 MPG in the A3 (9 drivers), about 360 miles on a full 14.5-gallon tank.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
21–25 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
355–423 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2007 Audi A3

$76.56 to fill the 14.5-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
14.5 galPremium$5.28$76.56$57.42

By region, 14.5-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$71.48
Midwest$5.37$77.86
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$66.27
Rocky Mountain$5.12$74.24
West Coast$6.08$88.16
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$92.22

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 14.5-gallon tank$76.56
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,168

Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

A3 tank size in other years

The 2007 A3 uses the same 14.5 gal tank as the 2006 model.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2012 A3 14.5–15.8 gal 613 mi
2011 A3 14.5–15.8 gal 613 mi
2010 A3 14.6–15.9 gal 613 mi
2009 A3 14.5 gal 435 mi
2008 A3 14.5 gal 421 mi
2007 A3 14.5 gal 421 mi
2006 A3 14.5 gal 421 mi
Audi A3 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2007 Audi A3 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2007 Audi A3, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Storage · Tank assemblySep 30, 2009 · NHTSA 09V377000 · Volkswagen Of America, Inc · 10,200 vehicles

Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 audi a3, tt, and tt roadster passenger vehicles manufactured between september 29, 2005 and august 26, 2009. The closing force of an internal spring of the fuel tank ventilation valve is not adequate enough to hold the valve closed under extreme driving conditions possibly allowing fuel to leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire could occur.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and audi dealers will replace the fuel tank ventilation valve with an improved valve free of charge. The safety recall began on november 16, 2009. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-253-2834.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2007 Audi A3?

The 2007 Audi A3 holds 14.5 gallons (55 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2007 Audi A3 gas tank hold?

The 2007 Audi A3 tank holds 55 liters, or 14.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2007 Audi A3 gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2007 Audi A3 use the same 14.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2007 Audi A3 go on a full tank?

About 363–421 miles on the highway and 261–319 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2007 Audi A3 go on a quarter tank?

About 105 highway miles or 80 in town from the 14.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2007 Audi A3 really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.8 MPG in the 2007 Audi A3 (9 drivers), which works out to about 360 miles on a full 14.5-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2007 Audi A3 take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2007 Audi A3?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 14.5-gallon tank from empty costs $76.56. It ranges from $66.27 in the Gulf Coast to $92.22 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2007 Audi A3?

About 90 pounds for the 14.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Has the 2007 Audi A3 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2007 Audi A3: 09V377000 (storage · tank assembly). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Audi fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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