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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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2011 AUDI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 2D CABRIOLET, 4

  • 140000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2010 audi a3 convertible engine issues. no rego sold as is.

$6,500
Liverpool, NSW

01/05/2024

2011 AUDI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 2D CABRIOLET

  • 87988 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2011 Audi A3 8P MY11 TFSI Attraction Convertible 2dr S tronic 7sp 1.8T We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and premium quality vehicles. We have many years of experience in the car industry, both mechanical and sales, so we are able help and assist you with our vast knowledge. We ensure all our vehicles are thoroughly inspected, including a full mechanical and safety check. We are located in the south western suburbs of Adelaide, only a short 20 minute drive from the CBD. We can

$14,999
Somerton Park, SA

01/05/2024

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

$12,600
Medowie, NSW

30/04/2024

2016 AUDI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 4D SEDAN

  • 83000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Looked after inside and put. 1 lady owner Full service history by Audi (log books) Just serviced

$17,990Negotiable
Hamilton, QLD

29/04/2024

2014 AUDI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 2D CABRIOLET

  • 55560 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Audi A3 Ambition cabriolet, 7 speed automatic, 1.8 Tfsi 2014, model year 2015. I've had this car since 2017 and it's been very reliable. It has been garaged since I owned it and never used for kids or pets. It has the more powerful 132kw engine, power roof, assisted parking, rear camera, heated seats and upgraded stereo. Leather trim and sports seats for the interior. It has low kms, only 55k. Full service history. I'm selling the it as I require a larger vehicle. I replaced the front brake d

$21,750Negotiable
Haymarket, NSW

27/04/2024

2015 AUDI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 4D SEDAN

  • 100000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

If you’re a first car-buyer, loving smooth rides with a noise-free economical 4 cylinder Turbo and have been looking around eagerly to find a detailed immaculate-condition, spotless perfectly-running vehicle, then surely you’ve arrived at the right place. ***MANUFACTURE DATE: 05/2015 * please note this very important factor which plays a major role in the price as there are two series for 2015 and this car is the latest model. (photo of the manufacture stickers attached)*** ***FULL SERVICE

$20,490
Kingsgrove, NSW

25/04/2024

2011 AUDI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 2D CABRIOLET

  • 104000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2011 Audi A3 convertible Electric powered rooftop operation Reverse sensors, Seat heaters Auto airconditioning system 104,800 km Been very well taken care of interior and exterior, selling due to upgrade Registered till 07/08 2024 Full logbook with service history Two keys

$12,500Negotiable
Revesby, NSW

19/04/2024

2016 AUDI A3 1.8 TFSI AMBITION 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 2D CABRIOLET

  • 100000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2016 Audi 8V Coupe. Has got new tyres and matte finished rims. The registration has expired on 7/4/2024, but willing to renew it or negotiate on price.

$26,800Negotiable
Ryde, NSW

10/04/2024

A3,best like a new like a new

  • 50000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

A3 very clean good condition 50.000km

$21,000Negotiable
Greenvale, VIC

22/01/2021

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.