8 Automatic transmission parts are listed for the 2018 Audi A3, in 7 part types, covering all 4 engine options (1.4L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS Turbocharged, 1.4L L4 Turbocharged, 1.8L L4 Turbocharged and 2.0L L4 Turbocharged). Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The automatic transmission on the 2018 Audi A3 covers the automatic gearbox and its supporting cast — filters, coolers, solenoids, mounts and torque-converter parts. The largest groups are Filter (2 parts), Filter Housing (1 part) and Fluid Pan Gasket (1 part). The other 4 part types cover the remaining 4 parts.
The 2018 Audi A3 was sold with 4 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
3 brands supply automatic transmission parts for the 2018 Audi A3, led by ELRING (6 parts), BECK/ARNLEY (1 part) and VAICO (1 part). Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
Each part number listed for the 2018 Audi A3 opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Filter
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | 097370 | 🇲🇽 MX | AttractionTrans code. DQ250 | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | 0440463 | 🇲🇽 MX | External Cartridge | View on Amazon |
This table covers the replacement filters for this application — the table heading and notes say which circuit. Typical signs include restricted flow — long cranking, weak airflow, or dirty fluid after a short interval. Seat the new filter so it cannot bypass, and use the grade the notes call for.
2 Filter parts are listed for the 2018 Audi A3, from ELRING and BECK/ARNLEY.
In the Economy grade, ELRING supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is ELRING 097370.
The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from BECK/ARNLEY — built to original-equipment specification. BECK/ARNLEY 0440463 is listed in this group.
This group includes ELRING 097370 and BECK/ARNLEY 0440463.
Filter Housing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VAICO Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | V106834 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Filter housings.
This group shows a single part: VAICO V106834.
Fluid Pan Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | 779180 | 🇲🇽 MX | Attractionwith Trans.: DQ250 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Fluid Pan. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
One part is listed for the 2018 Audi A3 — ELRING 779180.
Fluid Pump O-Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | 886680 | 🇲🇽 MX | Attraction | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Fluid Pump O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove.
One part is listed for the 2018 Audi A3 — ELRING 886680.
Fluid Pump Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | 149060 | 🇲🇽 MX | Attraction | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Fluid Pump. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: ELRING 149060.
Input Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | 966570 | 🇲🇽 MX | Transmission Input ShaftAttraction | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Input Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: ELRING 966570.
O-Rings & Seals
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 1.8L L4 Turbocharged | 529050 | 🇲🇽 MX | Clutch SideAttraction | View on Amazon |
This table covers the O-rings and seals at this joint.
This group shows a single part: ELRING 529050.
Buying Automatic Transmission Parts for a 2018 Audi A3
On this vehicle, the automatic transmission covers the automatic gearbox and its supporting cast — filters, coolers, solenoids, mounts and torque-converter parts.
- Match the engine first. Every automatic transmission part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the filter and pan gasket with every fluid service, and flush the cooler lines when replacing a failed unit.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Filter and Filter Housing .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many automatic transmission parts fit the 2018 Audi A3?
Our catalog currently lists 8 automatic transmission parts for the 2018 Audi A3 across 7 subcategories and 3 brands, covering all 4 engine options (1.4L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS Turbocharged, 1.4L L4 Turbocharged, 1.8L L4 Turbocharged and 2.0L L4 Turbocharged). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do automatic transmission parts differ between 2018 Audi A3 engines?
Yes. Every automatic transmission part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of automatic transmission problems on a 2018 Audi A3?
Common symptoms include delayed or harsh engagement, slipping under load, fluid that smells burnt, or shuddering at light throttle around 40 mph. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the filter and pan gasket with every fluid service, and flush the cooler lines when replacing a failed unit.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2018 Audi A3 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2018 Audi A3?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then use exactly the fluid specification in the notes — automatic transmissions are the least forgiving component on the vehicle about fluid choice. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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