The 8Y A3 (2020-onwards) has vertical vent slats in the centre stack that suit vent-clamp mounts well - the slat depth is generous enough to accept most universal vent clips. The MMI touchscreen occupies the natural top-of-dash zone where an adhesive mount would otherwise go, so an adhesive base is best placed to the left of the screen or below the climate controls.
Fit facts at a glance
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Dash surface | Soft-touch textured, suits 3M VHB pads |
| Vent slats | Vertical, generous depth |
| CD slot | No (removed from Mk3 onwards) |
| Screen placement | Top-of-dash MMI, central |
| Wireless charging pad | Standard on S line and up |
What to look for on the listing
- Vent-clip mounts suit the A3’s vertical slats - most universal fitments work.
- If your car has factory wireless charging (S line and up), a MagSafe mount is redundant but still handy for viewing angle.
- Adhesive dash mounts need cleaning with alcohol first - the soft-touch dash trim resists cheap gel pads.
- No CD-slot mount option - the slot was removed from Mk3 onwards.
Frequently asked questions
Does the MMI screen block a dash-top phone mount?
Only if you try to place the mount above the screen. To the left of the MMI cluster or on the sloping dash lower down the centre stack works cleanly.
Are Audi’s own dealer phone cradles worth the premium?
They fit precisely and use factory power routing, but the phone must sit low in the centre stack. A quality aftermarket vent-clamp mount usually gives a better viewing angle at a fraction of the cost.