Audi 1996 A3 Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not cheap, but company car.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Servicing average, not great on fuel for small car. Approx 37mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent firm ride, feel the grids.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick and stable at speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    2 problems: leak in cooling system and faulty fuel gauge in 3 years.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks nice.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ok in front, centre armrest gets in way a bit, I never use it. Tiny in back for adults over 5' 1".

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No problems.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average (Audi Bradford).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Leaking cooling system, faulty fuel gauge.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes