The Ultimate Guide to the Audi A3 8V Pre-Facelift to Facelift Conversion

Converting a pre-facelift Audi A3 8V (2013–2016) to the facelift (8V.5) look involves a comprehensive set of exterior and interior upgrades. This transformation typically focuses on adopting the sharper, more aggressive styling of the 2017–2020 models, often using RS3-inspired components. Core Exterior Components

Converting your pre-facelift Audi A3 8V to the facelifted version offers several benefits:

RS3 Front Bumper Conversion Kit with Rear Diffuser - Audi 8V A3/S3 Bimmer Plug

: Side brackets where the front bumper clips into the fenders.

Disconnect the battery (vital when handling airbag sensors and new lighting ballasts). Remove the front wheels and inner fender liners. Unbolt and detach the pre-facelift front bumper.

To achieve a factory-fresh front look, you will need to replace the following:

: The rear features a sharper lower valence, redesigned reflector locations, and distinct exhaust cutouts.