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Audi A3 Road Test Reports and Car Reviews

Audi A3

The Audi A3 is nothing but versatile, a sleek city performer. Open road adventurer, this dynamic and highly distinctive vehicle smoothly combines sporty practicality and eye-catching style. The Audi A3 has been designed and engineered to exceed your expectations. Ten different configurations of engine and gearboxes, including 5 and 6-speed manual, 6-speed tiptronic and 6-speed S tronic transmission are available. Every model in the A3 range is designed to be engaging and exhilarating to drive.

Audi A3 Full Road Test Report

S Line 2.0 TDi Automatic - The Audi A3 S line is a fantastic drive with power, comfort and style. You get a real sense of quality which you expect from Audi.... read more

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Audi A3 Car Reviews

Tom Forbes, Lanarkshire

Audi A3 A3 SPORTBACK 5D 1.9tdi 2007

5 star review

Arrived Oct only 6weeks late due to all add ons asked for leather dis fogs cruise control extra safety system. Delighted with car. Car broker (car club) abandoned contact after fee paid to them: poor customer service. Evolution finance delighted with their deal. Average mileage 44.4mpg.Have had 69.9mpg from Penrith to East Kilbride. Has some good oomph when you need it.

Submitted: 26/02/2008 09:25:21

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Phil Ashby, Warwickshire

Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sport Sportback 2007

5 star review

I used to run a VW Golf, decided on the 3 door Sport when I saw it in the window of an Audi garage. To be honest the A3 is not that different to the Golf and I believe there are quite a few mechanical similarities between the two. The usual Audi quality is here and the performance is very fluid and strong. A joy to drive, corners well and suspension makes the ride very comfortable. One of the main selling points the salesman at the garage used was the 62mpg fuel economy that the 1.9 could achieve. This was the clincher and I have to say that the A3 has lived up to my expectations and given me stress-free- enjoyable motoring for the past 7 months and 14,000 miles.

Submitted: 07/11/2007 15:31:29

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Aaron Hargreaves, Lancashire

Audi A3 2.0 TDI S Line Automatic

5 star review

The car is a really smooth and relaxing drive, mainly because it is an Automatic. The car has power, speed and looks. Although the 18" Alloys look great, I have had to replace the tyres numerous times! and watch the high curbs. The sport gear setting is an eye opener when you want to accelerate quickly, although it drinks more fuel so use it sparingly. (Comes in handy at round-abouts and entering Motorways). All you need if you want a business executive look or whether you want a sporty weekend car to attract the Ladies. Great Car, but I wouldn’t recommend it if your a family man. In this case I would recommend the A4.

Submitted: 25/10/2007 14:11:59

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Latif, Yorkshire

Audi A3 1.9

4 star review

The A3 is OK but I wished I’d gone for a BMW 1 series or a Volkswagen Golf instead. It has been pretty cheap to run though but manybe a bit boring. 4 stars in total though due mainly to economy and reliability.

Submitted: 04/10/2007 16:20:21

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Gavin Neale, Rutland

Audi A3 2.0 TDI 140 Sport 3 dr

5 star review

I love driving this car! Audi have got it so right; style, comfort and just first class to drive. Exceptional!

Submitted: 06/09/2007 15:43:30

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Tim Mattheson, Ayrshire

Audi A3 A3 1.6 FSI

5 star review

I chose this car as I wanted something good looking and nippy enough to get me around town during the week for work but also a comfortable family car at the weekends. We regularly make long journeys to the in-laws in Cumbria so fuel consumption had to also be a factor. The wife also stipulated ISOFIX for our 10 month old’s car seat, which comes as standard on this model. So far this car has delivered all our requirements, I’d definitely recommend this vehicle to anyone needing a good all-rounder.

Submitted: 06/08/2007 12:16:54

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Mary, Yorkshire

Audi A3

4 star review

I bought the 5 door Sportback version in 2005 and have been very happy with my choice. The choice I had was between the Audi A3 and the Volkswagen Golf. Although pricier than the Golf, the better engine dynamic shift gearbox clinched the deal for me! A good, reliable car.

Submitted: 24/07/2007 16:44:16

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