Audi 1996 A3 Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I bought at auction and got a fantastic trade price.

  • On the road

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great performance / used to drive a 1.3 Ford '94 plate - seems to be similar fuel consumption / of course accelation is much much better.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I'm a moderate 250 miles per week usage. Very good for long trips especially.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Enough Q-DOS for the masses, who would love to own own if only they could afford a newer one.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sports seats are great. Side armrests are a little too low and a little too high for complete comfort, but still great driver's position.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alarmed and immobilised.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Will be expensive to service - circa 12/2002 ie £300 (major) and £170 (minor).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    A 1.6 is a moderately powered engine - lets just say it will get you out of trouble when you need it.

    Other

    Clutch is so smooth! You won't even feel a gear change.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes