Audi 1996 A3 Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Depreciated quite a bit but that was because it was nearly new when I bought it.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Service costs are high (£270) but every 1 1/2 to 2 years so it s not too bad.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. Good handling, which I have made better by replacing the suspension, which means the car is lowered by 3cm

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Need to go to AMD Technique and get the ECU remapped. I have, and now it pumps out 196 bhp. Much more sporty and similar to a S3 now.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Clutch has gone on mine but replaced under warranty.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Especially with mods!!!.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfortable. Good for motorway driving

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Been OK for me. Read the locking wheel nuts are easy to crack.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Perfect service

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Clutch master cylinder has been replaced

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes