Audi A3 RS3 8V 5D Seat Front Left N/S Interior Heated Leather Soul Black Grey

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Audi A3 RS3 8V 5D Seat Front Left N/S Interior Heated Leather Soul Black Grey in Soul Black Grey leather is an original interior component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the driver or front passenger side, depending on the steering wheel version. This used OEM seat ensures a consistent design with the factory interior, maintaining the correct geometry of the seat cushion and backrest, as well as the heating function to improve driving comfort in colder conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V4881805BB
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V4881805BB
• Substitutable numbers: 8V4881805BB, 8V4 881 805 BB
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility for Audi A3 / RS3 8V

The presented seat is designed as a front row element on the left side for the five-door A3 / RS3 8V series body style. The construction of the seat and backrest is adapted to the factory architecture of the Audi cockpit, which allows for maintaining the correct position behind the wheel, the appropriate back support angle, and ergonomic leg placement relative to the pedals and center tunnel.

The original seat mounts are prepared to work with the standard mounting points in the floor, which facilitates installation in a vehicle equipped with an analogous type of seat. As a result, compatibility with factory rails, safety systems, and the electrical installation responsible for the heating function is maintained.

Construction, materials, and color scheme

The seat is made of leather upholstery in a shade of black known as Soul Black Grey, which allows for aesthetic matching to typical Audi A3 and RS3 interior configurations. The leather finish ensures easier maintenance compared to fabric and a more prestigious cabin appearance, especially in vehicles with a sporty character.

The profile of the seat and backrest has been developed for stable body support during daily use and dynamic driving. Integrated side bolsters help limit the movement of the driver or passenger in corners, which translates into better vehicle control and greater comfort on longer routes.

Heating function and user comfort

An important piece of equipment is the integrated seat heating, which works with the vehicle's electrical system. This function improves thermal comfort during the autumn and winter season, accelerating the heating of the seat and backrest compared to standard cabin heating. In practice, this means a more comfortable start in low temperatures and even heat distribution in the area of contact with the body.

The properly contoured seat surface, combined with the correct foam hardness, helps reduce fatigue during longer journeys. The dark-colored leather upholstery masks typical signs of wear well and is beneficial in terms of visual consistency with the dashboard, door panels, and center tunnel in Audi models.

Condition, origin, and use in interior restoration

The seat comes from disassembly and is offered as a used item, which allows for economical repair or modernization of the interior without the need to invest in a new set of seats. This type of component is particularly useful when replacing a damaged seat after a collision, flooding, or mechanical wear, as well as when converting an interior from a non-heated version to a configuration with heated seats, provided the vehicle's installation allows for it.

Choosing an original Audi seat from the Seats and benches category minimizes the risk of problems with fitment, incorrect mounting position, or color mismatch. Thanks to this, the process of restoring the functionality and aesthetics of the cabin proceeds more efficiently, and the final effect is closer to the factory vehicle specification.

Interior expansion and additional resources

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front seat area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as passenger seats, rear benches, or headrests, check the available parts in the Audi seats and benches category.

To better plan your cabin transformation and consciously choose used interior components, it is worth reading the guide describing the impact of branded seats from disassembly on driving comfort and vehicle value – detailed tips can be found in the article Interior transformation: how branded seats from disassembly will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.