Used Audi A3 (1996 - 2003) Review Review by David Ross on 16 Jul 2008 3.5 The A3 was Audi's take on the Volkswagen Golf Mk3 and became the first hatchback from a premium manufacturer. It actually borrows most of its underpinnings from the Golf, including some excellent engines, but adds more stylish looks and a higher quality finish. Latest Audi A3 Hatchback review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Gallery Well built, pleasant to drive, still fashionable Cramped rear seats New price range: £14,500 - £24,665 Used price range: £326 - £8,727 View all used prices Summary Parkers Rating: 3.5 out of 5 The A3 was Audi's take on the Volkswagen Golf Mk3 and became the first hatchback from a premium manufacturer. It actually borrows most of its underpinnings from the Golf, including some excellent engines, but adds more stylish looks and a higher quality finish. When it was launched in 1996, prices were steep for what was essentially a three-door family hatchback, but thanks to the prestige badge it proved popular.Used prices are now lower, making it a good alternative to a used Golf or BMW 3-Series Compact. Family buyers are better off finding a five-door model - these were introduced in 1999. The A3 was finally replaced in 2003. Parkers Ratings Overall 3.5 out of 5 Performance 3.5 out of 5 Handling 3.5 out of 5 Comfort 3 out of 5 Practicality 3 out of 5 Behind the wheel 3.5 out of 5 Safety 3.5 out of 5 Reliability 3.5 out of 5 Running costs 3 out of 5 Green credentials 2.5 out of 5 Buying used 3.5 out of 5 Selling 4.5 out of 5 Equipment 3.5 out of 5 What owners say... “ Large boot, fold down rear seat and bases which flip up, and its fuel economy. Good visibility all round. ” 5 out of 5 Oliver Newell , 21 Jul 2014 ... read more “ She handles really well as she is the 4x4 version, great size boot. ” 5 out of 5 Matthew Best , 24 Aug 2013 ... read more “ Comfort of the car - the suspension and comfort when driving ” 5 out of 5 Michelle Wright , 09 May 2013 ... read more See all Owners' Reviews Read the full facts and figures about this car Compare this car to other cars Next steps View 4 used Audi A3 Hatchbacks for sale Get an Insurance QuoteRead 113 owners' reviews Tweet Other Audi reviews Continue to: Driving & Performance
“ Large boot, fold down rear seat and bases which flip up, and its fuel economy. Good visibility all round. ” 5 out of 5 Oliver Newell , 21 Jul 2014 ... read more
“ She handles really well as she is the 4x4 version, great size boot. ” 5 out of 5 Matthew Best , 24 Aug 2013 ... read more
“ Comfort of the car - the suspension and comfort when driving ” 5 out of 5 Michelle Wright , 09 May 2013 ... read more