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2018 Audi A3 Sedan

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$31,950 - $36,650

Original MSRP:
$29,714 - $34,086

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 4 Years/50,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 21V198000
Mfg's Report Date MAR 21, 2021
Component AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Number of Units Affected 153152
Summary Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
Consequence A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.
Manufacturer Recall Number 69BY

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Models & Prices

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Prestige
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2.0 TFSI Prestige FWD $31,950 $29,714 $484 / Month*
2.0 TFSI Prestige quattro AWD $34,950 $32,504 $530 / Month*

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Premium Plus
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2.0 TFSI Premium Plus FWD $31,950 $29,714 $484 / Month*
2.0 TFSI Premium Plus quattro AWD $34,950 $32,504 $530 / Month*

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Premium
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2.0 TFSI Premium FWD $31,950 $29,714 $484 / Month*
2.0 TFSI Premium quattro AWD $34,950 $32,504 $530 / Month*

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Tech Premium Plus
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2.0 TFSI Tech Premium Plus FWD $33,650 $31,296 $510 / Month*
2.0 TFSI Tech Premium Plus quattro $36,650 $34,086 $556 / Month*

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Tech Premium
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2.0 TFSI Tech Premium FWD $33,650 $31,296 $510 / Month*
2.0 TFSI Tech Premium quattro AWD $36,650 $34,086 $556 / Month*

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
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Black Front Windshield Trim    
Black Grille w/Chrome Surround
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim      
Body-Colored Door Handles
Body-Colored Front Bumper
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator  
Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors w/Turn Signal Indicator        
Body-Colored Rear Bumper    
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent      
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
LED Brakelights  
Light Tinted Glass
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Programmable Projector Beam Auto-Leveling Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off        
Programmable Projector Beam High Intensity Low/High Beam Auto-Leveling Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off  
Rear Fog Lamps
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
Steel Spare Wheel
Tires: 225/40R18 All-Season    
Tires: 225/45R17 All-Season      
Trunk Rear Cargo Access
Wheels: 18" 5-Double-Spoke Design Bi-Color    
Wheels: 7.5" x 17" 5-Arm-Design      
INTERIOR Features
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1 12V DC Power Outlet  
40-20-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance      
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim
Cruise Control  
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital/Analog Appearance      
Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Center
Driver Seat
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru w/Storage
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Storage        
Full Floor Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet  
Garage Door Transmitter        
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way power front driver seat w/4-way power lumbar adjustment and manual front passenger seat
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
Illuminated Locking Glove Box
Immobilizer IV Immobilizer
Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation      
Interior Trim -inc: Chrome/Aluminum Interior Accents    
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Aluminum Interior Accents      
Leather Seating Surfaces
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Mobile Hotspot Internet Access      
Outside Temp Gauge
Passenger Seat
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Power Rear Windows
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start      
Rear Cupholder
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access
Smart Device Integration    
Trip Computer
Valet Function
MECHANICAL Features
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13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank
14.5 Gal. Fuel Tank
140 Amp Alternator
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
4.77 Axle Ratio
60-Amp/Hr 320CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 2.0 TFSI 4 Cylinder 186 HP
Engine: 2.0 TFSI 4 Cylinder 220 HP
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Front-Wheel Drive
Full-Time All-Wheel
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/Oil Cooler
Transmission: S Tronic 6-Spd Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission: S Tronic 7-Spd Dual-Clutch Automatic -inc: additional sport program
PACKAGE Features
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Convenience Package -inc: LED interior lighting package and Audi smartphone interface (Android Apple and Apple CarPlay), Audi Advanced Key, keyless start, stop and entry (sensor in front doors and trunk)      
LED Lighting Package -inc: LED interior lights, Full LED Headlights, fixed all-weather light, LED Taillights w/Dynamic Turn Signals        
Technology Package -inc: Audi Connect PRIME & PLUS 6 Month Trial, Audi Virtual Cockpit, color trip computer, Bang & Olufsen Sound System        
SAFETY Features
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ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Audi pre sense front
Back-Up Camera
Collision Mitigation-Front
Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Lane Departure Warning        
Lane Keeping Assist        
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams
SIDEGUARD Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
ENTERTAINMENT Features
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2 LCD Monitors In The Front
AM/FM/HD/Satellite w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and External Memory Control  
AM/FM/HD/Satellite w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and External Memory Control  
AM/FM/HD/Satellite w/Seek-Scan, MP3 Player, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and External Memory Control        
Audio Theft Deterrent
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity        
Radio: Audi Concert AM/FM/1CD Player -inc: MP3 capable, SiriusXM satellite radio w/90-day trial subscription, 12-station presets, speed-dependent volume control, Audi sound system w/10 speakers w/180 watts including subwoofer, 6-channel amplifier and Bluetooth streaming audio      
Radio: Audi MMI Navigation Plus w/MMI Touch        
Radio: Audi MMI Navigation Plus w/MMI Touch -inc: Audi smartphone interface (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), MP3 capable, SiriusXM satellite radio w/90-day trial subscription, 12-station presets, speed-dependent volume control, Audi sound system w/10 speakers w/180 watts including subwoofer, 6-channel amplifier and Bluetooth streaming audio      
Real-Time Traffic Display      
Streaming Audio        
Window Grid Diversity Antenna

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
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CONVENIENCE PACKAGE -inc: LED interior lighting package and Audi smartphone interface (Android Apple and Apple CarPlay), Audi Advanced Key, keyless start, stop and entry (sensor in front doors and trunk)        
DELETE FRONT LICENSE PLATE HOLDER
FRONT SPORT SEATS -inc: 8-way power front seats w/4-way power lumbar adjustment and extendable thigh support
LED LIGHTING PACKAGE -inc: LED interior lights, Full LED Headlights, fixed all-weather light, LED Taillights w/Dynamic Turn Signals      
RADIO: AUDI MMI NAVIGATION PLUS W/MMI TOUCH        
REAR SIDE AIRBAGS
SPORT PACKAGE -inc: 3-Spk Multifunction Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, flat-bottom and shift paddles, Front Sport Seats, 8-way power front seats w/4-way power lumbar adjustment and extendable thigh support, Audi Drive Select, steering effort, shift points and throttle map
SPORT SUSPENSION -inc: -15mm ride height
TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE -inc: Audi Connect PRIME & PLUS 6 Month Trial, Audi Virtual Cockpit, color trip computer, Radio: Audi MMI Navigation Plus w/MMI Touch, Bang & Olufsen Sound System        
TIRES: 225/40R18 ALL-SEASON      
TIRES: 235/35R19 SUMMER    
MODEL OPTION Options
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PREMIUM PLUS PACKAGE -inc: Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror w/Digital Compass, Audi Side Assist, rear cross traffic assist, S Line Exterior, S line bumpers, S line side-sill blades, S line fender badges and S-design illuminated aluminum front door sills, Aluminum Mistral Silver Inlays, High-Gloss Aluminum Window Surrounds, Audi Advanced Key, keyless start, stop and entry (sensor in front doors and trunk), 8-Way Power Passenger Seat w/4-Way Power Lumbar, Parking System Plus, front and rear acoustic sensors        
PREMIUM PLUS PACKAGE -inc: Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror w/Digital Compass, Audi Side Assist, rear cross traffic assist, S Line Exterior, S line bumpers, S line side-sill blades, S line fender badges and S-design illuminated aluminum front door sills, Audi Connect PRIME & PLUS 6 Month Trial, Aluminum Mistral Silver Inlays, Bang & Olufsen Sound System, High-Gloss Aluminum Window Surrounds, 8-Way Power Passenger Seat w/4-Way Power Lumbar, Parking System Plus, front and rear acoustic sensors        
PRESTIGE PACKAGE -inc: Audi active lane assist and garage door opener (Homelink), High Beam Assistant, Heated Auto-Dimming Power-Folding Exterior Mirrors, USB Audi Music Interface, smartphone interface (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), Interior Storage Package, 2 USB charge ports for rear seat and 12V outlet for trunk, Audi Adaptive Cruise Control w/Stop & Go, 20-95 mph operation w/coast, 4 distance settings, stop and go functionality, resume and accelerate features, Stalk on steering column, speed shown in driver information display w/enhanced braking guard (ability to initiate a full-stop below 198 mph), Premium Plus Package, Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror w/Digital Compass, Audi Side Assist, rear cross traffic assist, S Line Exterior, S line bumpers, S line side-sill blades, S line fender badges and S-design illuminated aluminum front door sills, Aluminum Mistral Silver Inlays, High-Gloss Aluminum Window Surrounds, Audi Advanced Key, keyless start, stop and entry (sensor in front doors and trunk), 8-Way Power Passenger Seat w/4-Way Power Lumbar, Parking System Plus, front and rear acoustic sensors, Full LED Headlights, fixed all-weather light, LED Taillights w/Dynamic Turn Signals, Audi Connect PRIME & PLUS 6 Month Trial, Audi Virtual Cockpit, color trip computer, Bang & Olufsen Sound System        
PAINT SCHEME Options
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STANDARD PAINT
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
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AUDI BEAM-QUATTRO -inc: lower door trim LED light displaying "quattro" (PIO)  
AUDI BEAM-RINGS -inc: lower door trim LED light displaying Audi logo (4 rings) (PIO)  
AUDI FIRST AID KIT (PIO)
AUDI FIRST AID KIT (PIO) (DISC) NO LONGER AVAILABLE for factory ordering as of October 4, 2017. *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*    
AUDI GUARD ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS (SET OF 4) -inc: Black TPE mats w/silver A3 logo (PIO)
AUDI GUARD CARGO MAT (PIO)
AUDI GUARD WHEEL LOCK KIT (PIO)
AUDI QUATTRO GUARD CARGO MAT (PIO)
CARBON FIBER PACKAGE -inc: Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps w/o Side Assist, Carbon Fiber Spoiler (PIO)      
CARBON FIBER PACKAGE W/SIDE ASSIST -inc: Carbon Fiber Spoiler, Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps w/Side Assist (PIO)    
CARBON FIBER TRUNK LID SPOILER (PIO)
CARGO NET (PIO)
COLLAPSIBLE FABRIC AUDI CARGO STORAGE BOX -inc: For trunk w/Audi rings logo (PIO)
FRONT BUMPER PAINT PROTECTION (PIO) (DISC) NO LONGER AVAILABLE for factory ordering as of July 11, 2018. *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*
GROCERY HOOKS -inc: trunk mounted hooks for holding bags (PIO)  
HOMELINK - BLACK (PIO)  
PARTIAL HOOD & FENDERS PAINT PROTECTION (PIO) (DISC) NO LONGER AVAILABLE for factory ordering as of July 11, 2018. *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*
REAR LOAD SILL/DOOR CUP/DOOR EDGE PAINT PROTECTION (PIO)
STAINLESS STEEL PEDAL CAPS -inc: caps for accelerator, brake and footrest (PIO)
USB CABLES -inc: 1 Lightning and 1 micro USB straight head cable (PIO) (DISC) NO LONGER AVAILABLE for factory ordering as of September 5, 2018. *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*
USB CABLES W/1 TYPE C USB ANGLED HEAD CABLE -inc: 1 Lightning (PIO)
PRIMARY PAINT Options
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BRILLIANT BLACK
COSMOS BLUE METALLIC
FLORETT SILVER METALLIC
GLACIER WHITE METALLIC
IBIS WHITE
MONSOON GRAY METALLIC
MYTHOS BLACK METALLIC
NANO GRAY METALLIC
TANGO RED METALLIC
SEAT TRIM Options
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BLACK, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES
CHESTNUT BROWN, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES
ROCK GRAY, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES
WHEELS Options
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WHEELS: 18" 5-DOUBLE-SPOKE DESIGN BI-COLOR (STD)    
WHEELS: 18" 5-DOUBLE-SPOKE DESIGN BI-COLOR -inc: Tires: 225/40R18 All-Season      
WHEELS: 8.0" X 19" 5-ARM WING DESIGN -inc: anthracite/polished finish, Tires: 235/35R19 Summer    

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Technical Specifications

Brakes
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Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.7 10.7 10.7 10.7 10.7
Cargo Area Dimensions
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Trunk Volume (ft) 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3
Engine
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Displacement 2.0 L/121 2.0 L/121 2.0 L/121 2.0 L/121 2.0 L/121
Engine Type Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 186 @ 4400 186 @ 4400 186 @ 4400 186 @ 4400 186 @ 4400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 221 @ 1600 221 @ 1600 221 @ 1600 221 @ 1600 221 @ 1600
Exterior Dimensions
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Height, Overall (in) 55.7 55.7 55.7 55.7 55.7
Length, Overall (in) 175.7 175.7 175.5 175.7 175.5
Wheelbase (in) 103.8 103.8 103.8 103.8 103.8
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.7 70.7 70.7 70.7 70.7
Fuel Tank
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Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 13.2 13.2 13.2 13.2 13.2
Steering
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Steering Type Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 36.1 36.1 36.1 36.1 36.1
Suspension
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Suspension Type - Front Strut Strut Strut Strut Strut
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Tires
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Front Tire Size P225/40HR18 P225/40HR18 P225/40R18 P225/40HR18 P225/40R18
Rear Tire Size P225/40HR18 P225/40HR18 P225/40R18 P225/40HR18 P225/40R18
Transmission
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Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Trans Type 7 7 7 7 7
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Front Head Room (in) 39.6 39.6 39.6 39.6 39.6
Front Leg Room (in) 41.2 41.2 41.2 41.2 41.2
Front Shoulder Room (in) 54.8 54.8 54.8 54.8 54.8
Passenger Capacity 5 5 5 5 5
Second Head Room (in) 36.4 36.4 36.4 36.4 36.4
Second Leg Room (in) 35.1 35.1 35.1 35.1 35.1
Second Shoulder Room (in) 53 53 53 53 53
Weight Information
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Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3197 3197 3197 3197 3197

2018 Audi A3 Sedan Safety Features

Safety Features
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Audi pre sense front
Collision Mitigation-Front
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
SIDEGUARD Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera
Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Departure Warning
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A