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AUDI A3 Used Car Review

In 1997, Audi draped a stylish body and smart interior over the fourth-generation Volkswagen Golf to create the luxury segment's first hatchback. The A3's popularity prompted Audi to expand the line-up - first with a convertible variant for the second generation, followed by a sedan spin-off for the third generation. Performance versions adopted Audi's usual S and RS badges.

Pros

Cons

  • Great interior quality and design
  • Engines deliver good performance and efficiency
  • Refined driving manners of latest generation (2013 on)
  • Consistently attractive styling
  • Driving manners of older models could have been more polished
  • Not cheap for a small car
  • S-tronic auto gearbox prone to hesitancy at low speed
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2006 AUDI A3 2.0 FSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTOMATIC TIPTRONIC 3D HATCHBACK

$5,400Negotiable
Castle Hill, NSW

29/04/2024

Top2010 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 Tdi Ambition 6 Sp Auto Direct Shift...

$7,200
Templestowe, VIC

Yesterday

Top2009 Audi A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 3D HATCHBACK

$12,600
Medowie, NSW

30/04/2024

2011 AUDI A3 8P MY11 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK, 5 seats

  • 203000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

I owned this car for the past 6 years, vehicle is in good condition for its age, only few dents/scratches on the body. Mechanically very well kept, engine was fully rebuilt 30000 km ago, only genuine parts were used on the repair. These engines are known for the high oil consumption issue, this one had the full repair done including upgraded pistons/ connecting rods, valves, timing chains/ guides and tensioner etc. Also new mechatronic unit and dual clutches replaced 15000 km ago. Always servic

$9,500Negotiable
Waterloo, NSW

17 hours ago

2014 AUDI A3 Sedan 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION COD 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT

  • 103000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Luxury at an affordable price.This vehicle needs to be driven to be appreciated. Sporty srive with black leather interior,blac mag wheels,bluetooth,reversing camera,sat nav,pop up screen. Channe to sports mode for an even sporty ride and quick off the mark yet very fuel effecient.Great town car.1.4 litre turbo. Excellent conndition with no marks or scrathes on body.Paint protection and window tinting done app. 4 years ago.Full log book history with RWC and 4 brand new tyres. Only selling as hav

$16,500Negotiable
Edmonton, QLD

21 hours ago

2010 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 Tdi Ambition 6 Sp Auto Direct Shift...

$7,200
Templestowe, VIC

Yesterday

2016 AUDI A3 1.0 TFSI SPORTBACK 7 SP AUTO S-TRONIC 5D HATCHBACK

  • 83000 km
  • Hatchback
  • 3 cyl 1.0L

2016 A3 Audi New tyres and battery. Low kilometers No further use for us. Make an offer

$1,500,000Negotiable
Huntingdale, WA

30/04/2024

2009 Audi A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 3D HATCHBACK

$12,600
Medowie, NSW

30/04/2024

2012 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 211000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

I’m selling my fantastic sporty Audi... It’s an amazing car that has everything!!! metallic paint with chromed trims, double exhaust, Audi original 18 inch sport rims, automatic 7 speed tiptronic and with turbo!! Electric windows and central locking, leather seats black and orange matching the car, interior trims in chrome, panoramic double sunroof, original Audi sound system, double vanity mirrors with lights, original carpet in excellent condition, great space in the boot, cruise control, el

$10,800Negotiable
Cranbourne East, VIC

30/04/2024

2016 AUDI A3 1.4 TFSI SPORTBACK COD 7 SP AUTO S-TRONIC 5D HATCHBACK, 5

  • 96300 km
  • Hatchback
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

The integrated bluetooth system connects your enabled phone through the audio system. Super easy to park and fun to drive makes this 2016 Audi A3 a very attractive purchase. Only two owners. Only selling due overseas reallocation. This 2016 MY17 A3 1.4TFSi CoD Sportback comes fitted with additional original Audi packages: - Assistante package - Technik package - Audi Smartphone Interface - Style package 18' packs installed. Stay safe with these features: - Driver airbag - Side airbags - Knee

$23,000
Kellyville, NSW

29/04/2024

2006 AUDI A3 2.0 FSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTOMATIC TIPTRONIC 3D HATCHBACK

$5,400Negotiable
Castle Hill, NSW

29/04/2024

2009 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 205807 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2009 Audi A3- brand new automatic transmission- techmatic-installed in Jan 2024- spent $5000 and drove for 4 weeks. Requires new timing chain- still drivable. Suited for repair or parts. Body and wheels/tyres in fantastic condition.

$3,500Negotiable
Wangaratta, VIC

27/04/2024

2018 AUDI A3 2.0 TFSI SPORTBACK 7 SP AUTO S-TRONIC 5D HATCHBACK

  • 55000 km
  • Hatchback
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Audi A3 in a great condition, brand new batter and full service history with Audi. Still young and done only 55K. Newly tinted and ready to go. Comes with roof racks, spare is still unused and with new wheels! Prise is Negotiable ..

$30,500Negotiable
Marsden, QLD

27/04/2024

2010 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO AMB 6 SP 5D HATCHBACK

  • 152000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

*** JUST LISTED *** 2010 Audi Ambition S-Line Quattro - 2.0L 4-Cylinder Petrol - 6-Speed Automatic - 152,000kms - 1/11/24 Registration - Books & Spare Key - Service History - Quattro AWD - S-Line Package - Comfort Package - 3" Miltek Turbo Back Stainless Steel Exhaust - 18" Audi Wheels - Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Tyres - 10-Speaker Audio System - Apple/Android Connectivity - Electric Sunroof & Glass Rear Roof - Reverse Camera - Rear Parking Sensors - Dual Zone Climate Control - Automatic Headlig

$12,990
Port Macquarie, NSW

26/04/2024

Audi A3 2005

  • 202000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2005 audi A3 automatic 2 litre Just over 200 000kms Full service history Great little runner to get you from A-B, fuel consumption is very good There is a dent on the front right hand side light, the light still functions as normal Price Is negotiable

$3,999Negotiable
Morley, WA

25/04/2024

2012 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI ATTRACTION 7 SP AUTOMATIC 5D HATCHBACK

  • 200188 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

2012 Audi A3 attraction hatchback, 1.6 lt diesel, 7 speed auto, full service history, second owner, country miles,GPS, dual climate control,service books and owners manual, timing belt done @178879km, performs perfectly, 2 keys, leather seats, couple of small dents, very good condition. registered till 14 Jan 2025.

$10,500
Coffs Harbour, NSW

25/04/2024

2010 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 170000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2010 Audi a3 1.8l turbo manual 6 months rego All black leather interior Sun roof and moon roof Drives well only selling due to moving overseas 9000 ono

$8,500Negotiable
Petersham, NSW

23/04/2024

2010 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D H

  • 215000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Open to swaps I have a 2010 Audi a3 12 months rego, new tyres all round, 215000kms 750 to a tank 1.4tsfi looking for a 4x4 etc pajero, grand cherokee, prado, bigger car if possible

$6,500Negotiable
Sanctuary Point, NSW

22/04/2024

2018 AUDI A3 1.4 TFSI SPORTBACK COD 7 SP AUTO S-TRONIC 5D HATCHBACK

  • 57500 km
  • Hatchback
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

This 2018 AUDI A3 1.4 TFSI SPORTBACK is a 1.4 Litre 4cyl Turbo with a 7 Speed Automatic. This A3 is finished in Ara Blue Crystal with a Black Leather Interior Car has always been parked in a locked up garage and is in mint condition ! Just look at the pictures. Comfortably the biggest-selling Audi, the A3, is available as this five-door Sportback. Seven airbags, climate control and bi-Xenon headlights are standard. Under the bonnet of this front wheel drive 1.4 TFSI model, sits a 110kW/250Nm 1

$30,000Negotiable
Bondi, NSW

21/04/2024

2018 MY19 AUDI A3 1.4 TFSI SPORTBACK 7 SP AUTO S-TRONIC 5D HATCHBACK

  • 45500 km
  • Hatchback
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2018 Audi A3 30 TFSI Auto MY19 Sports kit additional extras - will not disappoint. Great condition, selling as we have purchased a family car. Full service history, new battery within last 9 months. Price firm.

$28,900Negotiable
Yanderra, NSW

18/04/2024

2007 Audi A3 SPORTBACK 2.0 FSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTOMATIC TIPTRONIC 5D HA

  • 271928 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

Selling my 2007 Audi A3. Not sure what it will need to pass a roadworthy but I know it needs 2 new tyres, battery & a front windscreen. Selling as is, Not currently registered. Price is slightly negotiable. Located Narre Warren south.

$2,500
Narre Warren South, VIC

18/04/2024

2009 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 5D HATCHBACK

  • 153500 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Great car - looks goods - drives beautifully - first to see will buy. I no longer need this car as I have another one. Serviced regularly with service history and manual

$7,250
Roselands, NSW

17/04/2024

2010 Audi A3 SPORTBACK 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D H

  • 141000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Great condition, lots of features: Leather seats Cruise control Roof racks Sat Nav Reversing sensors Aux connection for Bluetooth Only 140km and fully serviced by Audi dealer Selling as upgrading to EV

$11,200Negotiable
Como, WA

14/04/2024

2014 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK AUTO

  • 165000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Great First Car! Reduced to $13,500 2014 Audi A3 8V Sportsback. Luxury at an affordable price! Selling as looking to purchase an SUV. Some features include: - Automatic - 164,000kms - Full Service History, logbooks and receipts. - New mechatronics unit - Leather Interior - Bluetooth/Smart Connect - Auto Stop/Start Idle - Paddle Shifts - Dual Zone Climate Control - Rain Sensors etc - 3 months rego Located Golden Bay. “Is this available” will NOT Be replied too!

$13,500
Golden Bay, WA

11/04/2024

2006 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO AMB 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 109994 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2006 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO AMB 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK Audi A3 6 speed manual for sale. Purchased for daughters to learn and now surplus to family needs. An excellent daily drive we affectionately nicknamed ‘The Rocket’. Drives extremely well in all conditions. Very safe and reliable. Latest service 23 February ‘24. Serviced primarily with Audi Sydney, Audi Brisbane and Audi Townsville. New battery fitted 21 February ‘24. Two new front tyres fitted 24 February ‘24. Rotate and bala

$9,950Negotiable
Townsville, QLD

10/04/2024

2016 AUDI A3 Hatch back

  • 70003 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Audi A3 2016 great condition, adult driven S/BACK 1.4 TFSI ATTRACTION COD 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

$21,000Negotiable
Blacktown, NSW

04/04/2024

2011 Audi A3 Sportback 1.6 Attraction 7 Sp Auto Direct Shift 5...

  • 93345 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

Car in perfect condition. serviced July/23. Rego until 02/25. No collissions. Low kms . Selling as upgrading to a bigger car. If you're a first car buyer you would love this car! It has eye catching looks. Safety features include: It has 6 airbags fitted for your protection. This Audi A3 2011 Attraction has driver airbag, brake assist, passenger airbag and side airbags. ABS brakes. EXTRA FEATURES: - Dual zone climate control air conditioning - Hill holder - Front & rear power windows - 16" a

$12,500
Caroline Springs, VIC

02/04/2024

Overview of the Audi A3

Overview of the Audi A3

In 1997, Audi draped a stylish body and smart interior over the fourth-generation Volkswagen Golf to create the luxury segment's first hatchback.

The A3's popularity prompted Audi to expand the line-up - first with a convertible variant for the second generation, followed by a sedan spin-off for the third generation.

Performance versions adopted Audi's usual S and RS badges.

AUDI A3 GENERATIONS

1997-2004

2005-2013

2013 on

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

Hybrid (e-Tron): 1.6 to 1.8 litres per 100km

1.6L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 4.2 to 4.3 litres per 100km

1.0L 4-cylinder turbo: 4.8 to 4.9 litres per 100km

1.4L 4-cylinder turbo: 4.9 to 5.2 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo: 5.8 to 6.2 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO AUDI A3

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: AUDI A3 (2013 ON)

Generally well made and with a quality feel, one of the first things to check on an Audi A3 is that all that electrical gear works properly and things like the sunroof open and shut smoothly. If not, there's often a good, and sometimes expensive, reason.

The biggest potential grief in this model A3 was the DSG transmission which has a bit of a track record of not going the distance.

The rule of thumb here states that any DSG car that hesitates when taking off, shudders during standing starts, experiences a loss of drive, flares its shifts or exhibits an odd or variable shift pattern, must be treated with the utmost suspicion.

Repairs often involve replacing the entire gearbox and it's not cheap thanks to its inherent complexity. Keep an eye on the oil level on the dipstick, too; it's normal for these engines to consume a little oil between services.