Audi 1996 A3 Hatchback

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A bit expensive to buy but hold there money so it works out even.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts are expensive, Audi labour is expensive ( £80 per hour Glasgow Audi).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent around corners, pleasant on motorways.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent performance through all the gears, known to hit 150mph top speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    not as good as expected from audi. timing belt snapped (expensive), 4 wheel drive needed replaced, air flow meter needed replaced under warrenty, oil sump needed replaced due to plug cross threaded.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    understated but you know its something special

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats are magic they hold you in like glue and they look minted.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems always where I left it.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    mostly good but could improve

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Air flow meter replaced (under warranty), timing belt , haldex 4 wheel drive unit replaced.

    Other

    Xenon light replaced (under warranty).

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes