Audi 1996 A3 Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Check with different dealers on the varible service. I have had a quote over £200 more for the same service from an Audi dealer.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good for a day in the country, but ride a bit hard around town.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very fast and it feels like it's on rails.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    It's been most problematic car I've ever had. 13 faults in two years and 25 visits to dealer.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The girls like it.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hard ride, but what do you expect? Excellent otherwise.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The local dealer is a disgrace and should loose there delaership, but Audi customer services have been excellent, even shipping a courtesy car to me direct.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Brand new engine, turbo and ignition coil.

    Other

    New drive shaft, front anti-roll bar, electric seats not working twice and seat handle fallen off.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No