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Apr 23 '07
Pros: Good overall package with strong performance, understated luxury and quality. Very acceptable fuel economy.
Cons: Doors lock automatically when driving. Only driver's door unlocks with single push of remote.
Summary: I drooled over the Audi A3 for several months before finally purchasing my 2007 2.0T with DSG, Premium Package and Open Sky System. I would have opted for a more heavily optioned model, but my local Audi dealer seldom has more than a couple in stock to ...
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Nov 25 '06
Pros: Handling, Powerplant, Interior, Gas Economy, Good Overall Value, Thoroughly Backed by Audi
Cons: Value of some options questionable, Clutch/Shifter on the manual are a little "soft"
Summary: The overwhelming majority of reviews I've seen regarding the A3 have been positive. However, it should be known that the individuals providing these write ups have either test driven the car only, or have driven it for a week or so. I write this here ...
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Oct 11 '06
Pros: Fast, good handling & interior
No significant quirks
Cons: Lack of Quattro option, price.
Summary: I drove a base model 2006 A3 loaner for a couple of days while my 2004 A4 was in for maintenance. I found this smaller Audi to offer the traditional Audi-ness in a nice compact package. Since the A3 I drove was a base model it lacked the usual ...
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Mar 12 '06
Pros: Excellent DSG
Solid construction, fit and finish
Free maintenance
Cons: Peculiar blind spots
Not a lot of interior storage
Reliability?
Summary: 700 miles in I couldn't be happier with my 2006 A3 2.0T DSG. This is a fun car to drive. My particular car has the sport package, sound package, bi-xenon headlights, and the open sky package. Throttle response is immediate with no turbo lag. The DSG ...
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Jun 16 '05
Pros: Extremely fun to drive with great functionality of every day car.
Cons: Interior does not look worth the price it's asking when compared to A4.
Summary: Ever since I first read about the new A3 coming to the USA, I kept searching the web for new articles on A3. I could not wait until its debut in May 05, so I drove 500-600 miles up to Detroit Autoshow in January to see it for myself. And there it ...
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May 14 '05
Pros: Punchy 2.0T engine, well-balanced chassis, classy interior appointments, European character.
Cons: Long-throw clutch, slightly dull steering, tight rear seat, lacks enthusiast "edge."
Summary: My Experience One of the more interesting segments of today's new-car market is the fast-growing crop of compact, premium-branded sport wagons under $30,000. Boasting eager performance, hatchback versatility, and available all-wheel-drive, they ...
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May 06 '05
Pros: Engine, handling, front seats, nifty options
Cons: Pricey, too similar to the Golf
Summary: In Detroit, luxury has traditionally been associated with large cars. In contrast, BMW's and Audi's compacts, the 3-Series and Fox/80/90/A4, have been their top sellers since at least the 1970s. With each redesign these compacts have grown is size, ...
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Jul 14 '07
Pros: Styling, performance and quality
Cons: break handle hits arm rest
Summary: I bought the A3 used with 12,000 miles in Feb. 2007. I wanted a sporty car that was quick and still had reasonable gas mileage; the A3 fit all of these needs. I have owned a Volvo XC70 loved it but in the shop a lot. I have owned a 530i (Dinan 5) and
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