Audi A3 in general

I took delivery of my new Audi A3 back in May 2001 and there hasn't been a single day when I wished I had got the BMW instead !!. My Audi is a company car but I would happily have spent the 19k out of my own pocket to own such a sport sexy sassy looking car. I opted for the A3 3dr TDi 90 but opted for loads of extras (pearlescent paint, air conditioning, nicer alloy wheels & 6 CD player in boot) as this was cheaper than opting for the model where most of this was standard (not quite sure how this worked but thats'company cars for you). The best feature about this car is the LongLife service, which all new audi's can participate in. ...  Read the complete review

Are you looking for a quality car with exceptional speed then look no further. The Audi A3 1.8T is by far the best car I have ever owned. The interior just oozes quality, with height and reach adjusting seats and steering wheel, climate control, computer information system, and excellent safety features. The best part is the power of the turbo especially on the motorway, when being hassled by some idiot in a supposedly hot hatch just put your foot down on the accelerator and you won’t see them for dust. Unlike some other cars, the smoothness with which the turbo kicks in leaves you relaxed and comfortable. Looking at the car from the outside ...  Read the complete review

The Audi A3 is the smallest in Audi’s product range until the arrival of the A2 later this year. A handsome car from all angles, the 3 door looks slightly sharper than its 5 door sibling does although both certainly lead their class in terms of looks. I’ve been running a 3 door 1.9 turbo diesel recently; in terms of refinement, the engine is extremely refined and redlines at 4,500 rpm, if you listen carefully, you can just about hear the whistle as the turbo kicks in. As expected, this motor is punchy and the A3 accelerates swiftly and cleanly, there is no snatchiness from the clutch or gearbox and the clutch is light. Brakes are slightly over-servo-ed, ...  Read the complete review

Audi enjoys a world-wide reputation as one of the leading premium car makers. At the leading edge of luxury car design. First with new ideas and new technology. Setting trends with landmark models. With the A3, Audi has again led the way with genuine prestige car standards in a compact three to five door saloon with all the charisma, quality, and safety taken for granted in the top class. Compact in exterior dimensions it loses nothing in character or comfort. The A3 offers the same distinctive values that make every Audi unique. Powerful and refined engines, sporty performance and dynamic handling, elegant stylish lines and a deep down quality ...  Read the complete review

Well, as most people who have these cars probably, I had one of these as a company car for about 18months, and was just sooooo impressed! I went along to the showroom to look at the A4s, and quickly saw a bright yellow A3 there, that was loads cheaper, and so could get loads more for my money! So, I went for a A3 1.8 Turbo Sport, with air-con and cd. It arrived and straight away I realised that the 1.8 T came with a few suprise extras, such as remote locking (not standard at the time!) and a Sub-Woofer in the boot (huh!)... Driving the A3 is a pleasure, the driving position is spot on perfect, the performance is extremely good whilst ...  Read the complete review