Used Audi A3 Cabriolet for sale

What types of used Audi A3 Cabriolet cars are there?

The Audi A3 Cabriolet shares many of its parts with the regular A3, so you get the strong reliability of the hatchback and the sportier looks of the saloon, all in a stylish convertible package.

The soft top folds away in 18 seconds and at speeds of up to 31mph, which is great news for our hit-and-miss summers.

Audi didn’t renew the A3 Cabriolet for the A3’s fourth generation in 2020, which means a used Audi A3 Cabriolet should be pretty affordable.

Popular Audi A3 Cabriolet trims

While budget-friendly SE models are available, most buyers choose Sport and S line models for their sportier looks, so there should be plenty of these to choose from.

> Audi A3 Cabriolet SE - standard model with xenon headlights, rear parking sensors, cruise control and a seven-inch infotainment display

> Audi A3 Cabriolet Sport - mid-spec option with added sound protection in the soft top, dual-zone climate control and an upgraded sat-nav system

> Audi A3 Cabriolet S line - the popular S line model gets lower, stiffer suspension, LED headlights and a more aggressive body kit

Audi A3 Cabriolet history

The Audi A3 Cabriolet was available for the second- and third-generation models. Both look great, but newer cars offer more tech.

> Second-generation Audi A3 Cabriolet (2008) - introduced in 2008, the convertible model joined the second-generation model five years after the hatchback

> Third-generation Audi A3 Cabriolet (2014) - based on the newer generation, this has a sharper look and more efficient engines

What features does the Audi A3 Cabriolet have?

Entry-level used Audi A3 Cabriolets you’ll find on cinch have xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, manual air-con, rear parking sensors, cruise control and a retractable seven-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth.

Higher-spec models have dual-zone digital climate control, integrated sat-nav and sporter styling.

In its later years on sale, SE was dropped, which means all cars get those worthwhile upgrades, including an upgraded fabric folding roof with extra sound insulation.

Is the Audi A3 Cabriolet reliable?

The Audi A3 Cabriolet is mechanically sound because it shares most of its parts with the regular A3 as well as its Volkswagen Golf cousin – another hatchback that has been available as a convertible model.

The roof mechanism is also robust, so you shouldn’t need to worry about exposing it to the cold or wet. Just be aware that repairs to the system can be costly.

How much does the Audi A3 Cabriolet cost to run?

There’s a common misconception that convertibles must be expensive to run because they look sporty.

Most of the engines, like the 1.4- and 1.5-litre petrols and the 1.6- and 2.0-litre diesels, are pretty economical.

The 2.0-litre engines in the A3 and S3 models are punchy, but they might make your visits to the petrol station a bit more frequent.

Who is the Audi A3 Cabriolet suitable for?

A used Audi A3 Cabriolet for sale is a great choice for anyone after a super-stylish convertible model that has enough interior and boot space to make sense every day.

If you like the idea of a convertible with rear seats, consider the BMW 2 Series Convertible, the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet, or the larger Audi A5 Cabriolet.

You might be swayed by other Audi convertibles like the A5 Cabriolet.