Used Audi A3 Cars For Sale

Overview

As soon as you take your seat in an Audi A3, you’ll know you’ve made a good choice. Each body style – hatchback, saloon, cabriolet and sportback – shares the recognisable traits of Audi, notably the exceptional balance of performance and efficiency.

What you need to know about the Audi A3

One in five Audis registered is an A3. Audi has worked hard on subtle changes to make sure it stays at the top of its game. There was also the welcome addition of new entry-level 1.0 litre three-cylinder petrol engine, alongside a new 2.0 petrol.

What’s more, the A3 now comes with the Audi’s popular digital cockpit technology, originally only seen on the TT. It’s a high-end, driver-focused system with 12.3-inch LCD screen. Don’t worry if you’re in the market for an older used Audi A3, though, as the brand has always been pretty generous with spec and gadgets.

The core of the A3 range is the three-door hatchback, popular largely due to the smooth and satisfying drive. Over the years, there’s been improvements to accuracy and body control. The saloon is also worth a mention as the practical choice. If you’re a fan of performance, and are willing to sacrifice running costs, the S3 Saloon is powered by a 306bhp 2.0 litre turbocharged petrol and Audi’s quattro four-wheel drive system.

What to watch out for

Whatever model you pick, the interior is impressive. In our review of the A3, we couldn’t think of another cabin which could beat the A3. And we stand by that. But not everyone will be able to justify the extra costs and ignore the headline-grabbing starting prices of key competitors.

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It’s easy to see why the Audi A3 is so popular. It combines a comfortable ride, upmarket interior and practical running costs with the extra oomph so many drivers are looking for. The sharp driving experience means the A3 holds its own against some tough competition.

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Why buy a used Audi A3 with Exchange and Mart?

We all like the idea of good things in sensibly sized packages. Perhaps that's why Audi's A3 has been so successful here, a compact car that goes large on quality, refinement and maturity. Especially in third generation guise, where it's lighter, more efficient, more powerful and cleverer than ever before. Which is just as well given that there are Volkswagen Group products using many of the same ingredients and plenty of tempting high profile segment rivals. In other words, this MK3 model will have to work harder than ever to win sales on the used car market. Fortunately for Audi, it seems well up to the task. Let's check out the original version of this car, produced between 2012 and 2015.

About the Audi A3

In the search for a compact car that's also a premium purchase, there are more charismatic choices than this Audi A3. But there are few better ones. Light in bulk, heavy in technology, it's a logical evolution of a breed that's long been one of Britain's favourite company cars.If you're one of those who questions the need for a premium peoples' hatch, then in this Audi, you have your answer. From the outside, well, it's as home in Belgravia as it is in Brixton. Enough said. But the interior is where this design really strides apart. You could be in a luxury car.And of course, in many ways, you are. By pioneering the premium compact hatch segment with the original version of this model, Audi redefined the meaning of automotive luxury, democratising it without the desirability being diluted. Other brands claim to have done the same of course and many have used a few more visual or dynamic fireworks to grab the attention. Ingolstadt doesn't think this A3 needs them and legions of loyal global buyers seem to agree. Cool, class-less and clever, it's desirably definitive.