Audi 1996 A3 Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good residuals.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Servicing expensive but long intervals. 50+ mpg from a sporty car is impressive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Enjoyable to drive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very torquey through the gears. Quick acceleration.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems yet.

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    5 out of 5 5.0

    Prestige badge. Turns heads with 17 inch TT alloys.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats are very supportive but can become uncomfortable on long journeys, not helped by hard suspension. Fine on short journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems yet.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Creaky front seat.

    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