Interior ambient lighting has become one of the most popular upgrades for modern cars. It completely transforms the driving experience at night and adds that OEM+ luxury feel many newer vehicles come with.
We recently shared a video of @a3.aleck installing the Universal 6-in-1 Ambient Lighting Kit in his 2016 Audi A3, and after finishing the install he shared his thoughts.
Here’s his experience.
7 Hours, 2 People, No Experience
The installation wasn’t exactly quick.
“It took us about 7 hours with two people, and neither of us had installed ambient lighting before.”
The process involved routing the LED strips around the interior panels, doors, and dashboard to create a clean continuous lighting line similar to factory ambient lighting systems.
While the kit is plug-and-play and doesn’t require modifying the vehicle wiring, the installation still requires patience and attention to detail.
The Stressful Moment: Drilling the Interior
One part of the installation was particularly stressful.
“Drilling into the trim was definitely the most stressful part.”
To achieve the clean OEM-style lighting strip, small openings sometimes need to be made so the acrylic light guides can pass through panels properly.
But according to him, it was worth it.
“Once everything was installed, the result looked unreal.”
The Final Result: A Full Interior Transformation
After installation, the Audi A3 interior looked completely different.
The multi-zone RGB lighting runs across the dashboard and doors, creating a modern ambient glow throughout the cabin.
The kit features:
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16+ million color options
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smooth dreamcolor flow effects
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music sync mode
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full control through app or remote
“At night the car feels like a completely different interior.”
Plug-and-Play Control
The system is controlled through a mobile app or RF remote, allowing drivers to customize:
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colors
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brightness
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lighting animations
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music-reactive effects
Drivers can choose between subtle OEM-style ambient lighting or more vibrant RGB effects.
What’s Included in the Kit
The Universal Ambient Lighting Kit includes everything needed for installation:
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Acrylic ambient LED light strips
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Central control module
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Remote control
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USB or cigarette lighter power cable
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Double-sided adhesive
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Trim pry tool
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Installation manual
This allows the system to work with many different vehicles, not just Audi models.
Final Thoughts from @a3.aleck
After a full day of installation, the final verdict was simple:
“The install was long and a bit stressful at times, but the result is insane. It looks like it came from the factory.”
For drivers looking to upgrade their interior, ambient lighting is one of the most dramatic visual changes you can make.
The Universal 6-in-1 Ambient Lighting Kit adds a premium modern feel to any vehicle and completely transforms night drives.
Available now on our website.
Upgrade your night drives.
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