Audi

Audi A3

Price $31,600 – $48,900
Fuel consumption 5.5 – 10.1 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 80%(view ratings)
Introduced last year, the new A3 range adds a convertible for 2015, and the five-door Sportback returns as an advanced hybrid later in the year. The sedan offers no less than 4 four-cylinder engines: 1.8L turbo (170 horsepower), 2.0L turbo (220 horsepower), 2.0L turbo S3 (290 horsepower) and the frugal 2.0L TDI turbodiesel (150 horsepower). All engines share a six-speed dual-clutch automated manual, with standard front-wheel drive and optional quattro all-wheel drive.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 80%
Driving 8/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 8/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2015

N/A

Pros

  • High-performance engines
  • Quality assembly and finish
  • Good handling
  • Dynamic S3 model

Cons

  • High prices
  • Rear visibility
  • No all-wheel drive with the diesel engine
  • No manual transmission

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