The Audi A3 LED emblem replaces your factory front grille badge with a dynamic illuminated version featuring four animation effects that activate every time you lock, unlock, or start the car.
This product covers both the standard A3 and the performance S3 across the 8P, 8V, and 8Y platforms — all three generations share the same front grille badge sizing across their respective years.
The four-ring Audi logo glows in pure white LED — not the yellow-tinted light common on cheaper alternatives — ensuring a clean, modern appearance that matches factory LED headlight colour temperature.
Audi A3 LED Emblem Key Features
- 4 dynamic animation effects — outside-in sweep, up-and-down motion, chain-link effect, and flash on/off. Activates automatically on lock, unlock, and ignition start. No app required.
- Fits A3 and S3 — 8P (2003–2013), 8V (2013–2020), and 8Y (2021–2024) platforms across Saloon, Sportback, and Cabriolet body styles.
- Pure white LED output — upgraded 2nd-generation LED chip produces clean white light matching factory LED headlight colour temperature. No yellow tint.
- Chrome OEM-matched finish — chrome-plated surface manufactured to match the factory A3/S3 badge exactly. No visible white border or protruding edge when unlit.
- Two size options — 273×95mm for 8P and 8V Pre-facelift models, 252×88mm for 8V Facelift and 8Y models. See size guide below.
- Two colour options — Silver chrome (OEM-matched) or Gloss Black chrome.
- Waterproof 2nd-gen housing — enhanced waterproofing rated for 10,000+ hours working life.
- No coding required — two-wire 12V connection to headlight or DRL circuit. No VCDS, no OBD adapter, no dealer visit.
- 1-year full warranty — covers LED failure, housing seal failure, and connector faults.
Compatibility — Audi A3 LED Emblem Size Guide
Size 273×95mm — Select “273×95mm” from the size selector:
Audi A3 8P Sportback (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)
Audi S3 8P Sportback (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012)
Audi A3 8V Saloon Pre-facelift (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
Audi A3 8V Sportback Pre-facelift (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
Audi A3 8V Cabriolet Pre-facelift (2014, 2015, 2016)
Audi S3 8V Saloon Pre-facelift (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
Audi S3 8V Sportback Pre-facelift (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
Size 252×88mm — Select “252×88mm” from the size selector:
Audi A3 8V Saloon Facelift (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
Audi A3 8V Sportback Facelift (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
Audi A3 8V Cabriolet Facelift (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
Audi S3 8V Saloon Facelift (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
Audi S3 8V Sportback Facelift (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
Audi A3 8Y Saloon (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
Audi A3 8Y Sportback (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
Audi S3 8Y Saloon (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
Audi S3 8Y Sportback (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
To confirm fitment, measure your current factory grille badge across its widest point.
If it measures approximately 273mm, select the 273×95mm option.
If it measures approximately 252mm, select the 252×88mm option.
If you are unsure, contact our team with your exact model, variant, and year and we will confirm the correct size.
Technical Specifications
- Size options: 273×95mm / 252×88mm
- LED colour: Pure white
- Colour options: Silver chrome / Gloss black chrome
- Power supply: DC 12V (±10%)
- Power consumption: 2W
- Operating voltage: 13V maximum — do not exceed
- Current draw: 0.1A
- Wire length: 0.6m
- Package contents: 1x Audi A3 LED emblem, wiring harness, 3M adhesive tape, installation instructions
Wiring Guide
Red wire (positive): Connect to the DRL circuit, headlight circuit, or taillight circuit.
Do not connect to the brake light circuit — brake light voltage spikes will damage the emblem.
Black wire (negative/earth): Connect to any body earth point in the engine bay.
Night-only mode: Wire red to the headlight positive → emblem activates with headlights only.
Always-on mode: Wire red to the DRL or taillight positive → emblem activates whenever the ignition is on.
Frequently Asked Questions — Audi A3 LED Emblem
Does this fit the Audi S3? +
Yes.
The S3 8P (2006–2012), S3 8V Pre-facelift (2013–2016), S3 8V Facelift (2017–2020), and S3 8Y (2021–2024) all use the same front grille badge as the standard A3 across each generation.
Select 273×95mm for S3 8P and S3 8V Pre-facelift models.
Select 252×88mm for S3 8V Facelift and S3 8Y models.
Which size do I need for my Audi A3 or S3? +
Select 273×95mm for: A3 8P (2003–2013), A3 8V Pre-facelift (2013–2016), S3 8P (2006–2012), and S3 8V Pre-facelift (2013–2016).
Select 252×88mm for: A3 8V Facelift (2017–2020), A3 8Y (2021–2024), S3 8V Facelift (2017–2020), and S3 8Y (2021–2024).
Measure your factory badge across its widest point if unsure — 273mm or 252mm confirms the correct size.
Does this fit the Audi A3 Saloon? +
Yes.
The A3 Saloon 8V (2013–2020) and A3 Saloon 8Y (2021–2024) use the same front grille badge as the A3 Sportback.
Select the size matching your build year using the guide above.
Does the A3/S3 LED emblem work with adaptive cruise control? +
The A3 8P (2003–2013) does not have an ACC radar sensor behind the front grille badge and is fully compatible.
The A3 8V and 8Y, and the S3 8V and 8Y, may have an ACC radar sensor behind the grille badge, depending on specification — check before ordering if your car has ACC fitted.
Contact our team with your VIN or build specification if you are unsure — we will confirm compatibility before you purchase.
Is the LED colour pure white or does it have a yellow tint? +
Pure white.
This is the 2nd-generation emblem with an upgraded LED chip that produces clean white light matching factory LED headlight colour temperature.
There is no yellow tint — a common complaint about older or cheaper LED emblems that used lower-quality chips.
Silver or Black — which finish suits the A3 and S3 best? +
Silver chrome matches the factory badge finish exactly and looks completely OEM when unlit — the most popular choice for standard A3 owners.
Gloss black is the most popular choice for S3 owners and A3 owners with a Black Edition, S-line Black, or Carbon Edition specification with dark exterior trim elements.
Both produce identical pure white illumination when active.
What are the four animation effects? +
The four effects are: outside-in sweep (light travels from the outer edge of each ring inward), up-and-down motion (rings illuminate from top to bottom sequentially), chain-link effect (rings illuminate in a chain sequence), and flash on/off (full logo flash sequence).
All four effects activate automatically on lock, unlock, and ignition start — no app or manual configuration required.
Is the emblem waterproof? +
Yes.
This is the 2nd-generation emblem with enhanced waterproofing — the sealed housing is rated for rain, road spray, and standard car washing including automatic and hand washing.
Rated for 10,000+ hours of working life.
Will fitting this emblem void my Audi warranty? +
In most cases no.
The installation leaves all factory wiring completely intact, requires no ECU or module changes, and is fully reversible — the factory badge can be refitted at any time.
Retain your original badge and proof of purchase for complete peace of mind.
Still have a question? Contact our support team — we reply within 24 hours.
john cole –
This is exactly what I’d been looking for, an emblem that actually had white led and not that yellow looking one.. it makes my car looks newer