Audi A3 Sportback (2004 - 2013) 1.4 TFSI (Start Stop) 5d (2010/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Understated quality.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Friends and neighbours are a bit envious!!!!!!! although my wife thinks it is a little too powerful for her.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes would definatly buy again for all reasons stated above.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Audi, possibly Q3.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£17,900

When did you buy the car?

January 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got a good deal from a francised dealer based on price quoted from an online independant dealer and agreement to not pay addtional 2.5% VAT if car delivered after January 2010.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Quality manufacturer.

What was the dealer like?

Very good after you cut through the corporate sell and make it clear you are going to stand your ground on what you want.

What's it like to drive?

Best car I have ever driven. Great handling,excellent brakes, silky smooth gearbox with good acceleration at all speeds when needed, just about perfect for suburban motoring.

What's it like to park?

Very easy to park especially with rear parking sensor which i was a bit sceptical on its value but by far is best gadget, also extremely accurate with a good range of warning tones as you get closer to objects etc.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No faults or mechanical problems, although a little disappointed that front tyres (Bridgestone)needed replacing after 17000 miles.

What's most practical about your car?

Boot size and good power and acceleration from a realtively small engine.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Rear parking sensor.