Audi A3 Hatchback car reviews
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Audi A3 Hatchback car reviews
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Audi A3 RS 3 Sportback (2021 onwards) Review
Latest RS model lives up to legendary predecessors
New price: £54,450 - £61,700Read full reviewPROS
- Great engine – powerful and sounds charismatic
- Agile and surprisingly comfortable
- High-quality interior
CONS
- Expensive to buy, pricey options
- Firm fide, even in Comfort mode
- Volkswagen Golf R makes more sense
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Audi A3 Sportback (2020 onwards) Review
Sharp looks and impressive tech for premium hatchback
New price: £27,865 - £44,325Read full reviewPROS
- Highly efficient engine range
- Sharp, desirable exterior design
- High-quality technology
CONS
- Interior space only average
- Some iffy interior materials
- Inferior rear suspension on cheaper models
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Audi A3 RS3 Sportback (2015 - 2016) Review
Used price: £17,213 - £22,309Read full reviewPROS
- Prodigious speed
- Cross-country ability
- Build quality
- Exhaust sound
CONS
- Purchase price
- Dull handling
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Audi A3 S3 (2013 - 2016) Review
Used price: £8,887 - £17,672Read full reviewPROS
- Great engine
- Excellent handling
- Smart interior
- Comfortable seats
CONS
- Expensive optional extras
- Boot not huge
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Audi A3 Sportback (2013 - 2020) Review
Audi's compact hatch is classy and refined
Used price: £3,662 - £35,996Read full reviewPROS
- Wide range of excellent engines available
- Good to drive with smooth ride on most models
- Practical and roomy interior, plus excellent quality
- Fast and luxurious Audi RS 3 Sportback available
CONS
- Higher-spec models can be pricey, as can options
- Some features feel dated next to rivals
- S Line models have a firm ride
- A3 Saloon arguably more stylish
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Audi A3 Hatchback (2012 - 2018) Review
Used car leader in terms of image and quality
Used price: £2,923 - £21,862Read full reviewPROS
- Badge and brand appeal
- Strong residual values
- Wide range of trim and engines
CONS
- Expensive parts for a small hatchback
- BMW 1 Series has better steering
- Harsh S Line suspension
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Audi A3 RS3 Sportback (2011 - 2012) Review
Used price: £9,095 - £13,999Read full reviewPROS
Tons of grips, impressive amounts of power, practical five-door layout
CONS
Steering is too light, difficult to buy due to limited production numbers
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Audi A3 S3 (2006 - 2013) Review
Used price: £3,768 - £11,648Read full reviewPROS
Supremely effective at covering ground quickly, excellent build quality, understated image
CONS
A little too clinical, lacks feelgood factor of rivals, harsh high-speed ride
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Audi A3 Sportback (2004 - 2013) Review
Used price: £663 - £7,591Read full reviewPROS
Stylish looks, refined and comfortable, five-door practicality, excellent build quality
CONS
Not particularly involving to drive, poor levels of standard equipment given the price tag
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Audi A3 Hatchback (2003 - 2012) Review
Like a Golf, but posh – sporty three door A3 is an appealing used buy
Used price: £516 - £6,141Read full reviewPROS
- Supreme build quality
- Efficient petrol engines
- Upmarket, sporty image
CONS
- Diesels fall foul of ULEZ
- Three door only (Sportback has five)
- Very basic if you don't find right options
