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Audi A3 2.0TDi DSG Sport/SE |
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15.04.06 (1151 review reads) |
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Advantages: Well Built, quick and economical
Disadvantages: Costly Servicing and arrogant dealerships !
When it came to swapping my car I had £20,000 to spend and needed a reliable and economical car to handle my business mileage as well as something a little sporty to have fun in at the weekends.
I looked high and low to find something that was sensible for those long journeys for work and yet still enough to bring a smile to my face. The Audi A3 was the car I settled on for its good robust looks and build quality.
My A3 has now done over 50,000 miles and yet it still feels as good and as new as it did when I drove it off the forecourt. The in car stereo (Bose) is fantastic with the sound just filling the car perfectly. The optional heated leather seats just add to the ambience and give the car that feeling of being a little special.
I must admit for a car the same size as a Ford Focus or VW Golf it did surprise me how expensive it was initially but after owning it for 2 ½ years and traveling 55,000 miles it does feel like the money was well spent.
The A3 has met and surpassed all my requirements, it is certainly not sluggish in pulling away from junctions and round-a-bout's and is fantastic for motorway driving where the miles pass effortlessly. In addition to this the car is on flexible servicing mileage and if you drive on the motorways it can go 20-25 thousands miles before needing servicing which is good because when the services do come around you are looking at around £200-300 pounds for an Audi main dealer service!
I would certainly recommend the Audi A3 to anyone and especially the TDi as I have had the pleasure of driving both the 2.0 FSi and the 2.0 TDi and I definitely prefer the diesel as it feels more responsive at lower speeds. I have liked this car so much I am thinking of trading it in for a newer model!
Summary: Well worth the money!
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