Audi A3 2013 review - Car Keys

Read more about the Audi A3: bit.ly/1zviL1n
The hatchback market is renowned for being one of the most competitive out there, with lucrative models like the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf forming an integral part of its identity.
The Audi A3 is one of the more premium additions to the hatchback segment as it combines the luxurious nature of the German brand with practicality.
Watch as we out the Audi A3 to the test in our latest review.
Can the Audi A3 really tackle models like the Mercedes A-Class? Watch our video review above to find out, or skip to bits of key information using the links below:
Engine Options and Running Costs (MPG): 6:07
A summary of the interior: 0:53
Passenger leg room: 3:10
Boot size: 3:53
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[@jaredwatney]

I think il give this review a rating of 4 out of the 5 stars.

[@khuseijnkhurkaev1147]

Il give the rating of this review a 4/5 star

[@SyedShah-ox3ke]

Anyone else think that he sounds like Jamie Carragher

[@z0fex88]

Just bought the sportback, i'm very happy about it! amazingly good looking car

[@jmskelly59]

I give your review 4/5 stars

[@arnookibeast]

When he said "destination Liverpool" you could almost hear the wheel nuts automatically tighten.

[@Jxtb9904]

Excellent comment😂😂😂😂😂

[@bmw-e30]

The A3 is a class car and has been since its inception. Only poor reviews are received from oversized reviewers who complain about room and space when the problem is actually themselves.

[@glsrecruitersltd6902]

I Got my Audi A3 S line S Tronic Quattro 2.0 TDI 184bhp about a week ago!!! :).... Best Buy I've ever done, I got the top spec model hatchback with the Bang + Ofluson sounds system. I test drove the A class Mercedes and the 1 series BMW and they had nothing on the A3. I paid £36,950 for my new A3 and it is worth every penny!!! Congrats to who ever is getting one :)

[@comedyman112]

37k for a 2.0 tdi 184bhp...got ripped big time

[@laurynasrami98]

@@comedyman112was about to say, you could get S3 or used RS3 for that price

[@hartman6214]

this is a fucking fantastic car sshhhhiiittt

[@6string327]

This review was really well put together, I'll give it a decent 4 out of 5 stars!

[@Spawn223311]

If i could, i would definitely choose that tdi as my daily driver. That mpg with those looks is hard to find :p

[@e.r.s1161]

I have the sportback version and its fantastic!

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

Haha, good analogy. I think BMW do more with its designs than Audi, they are more willing to try new things out I think.

[@ItsRyan.]

Your accent reminds me of Neil from Art Attack

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

BMW has always had a slight advantage over Audi when it comes to saloons and I do think that is expanding to hatchback's as well - the 1 Series being a perfect example.

[@vaju79]

I love my A3, it's a great car.

[@Ripix300]

then you woke up..

[@musiconvinylisbetter.1449]

Yes it is!

[@el0012]

Really helpful and good review, thanks! Do the wheels on the video car come as standard when bought? Or are they add-ons

[@Spawn223311]

If i could, i would definitely choose that tdi as my daily driver. That mpg with those looks is hard to find :p

[@janrdoh]

I love the look of Audi, they may all look a bit the same but they look the same in the right way. Crisp well chiseled face and they change headlamp and led design enough to make each new model look different enough

[@iulianrogojinaru5708]

What is the interior made of? Looks very smooth

[@Dkcode]

Even the 1.2 TFSI is a solid little engine. Torquey and willing to accelerate. Plenty of power to get you out of trouble and it returns over 45MPG combined.

[@VJHermoso]

how much do you pay for insurance?

[@Dkcode]

VJHermoso I paid about £340 with 9 years protected no claims. 10k a year. I'm 32 and been driving 10 years.

[@coreev]

This is my brothers car that I’m gonna steal from him

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

I guess if you find a great design language then why deviate from it. I think that is what Audi has done, and BMW to a certain extent. VW has even done it with its Golf model - people love the no-nonsense boxy design of it, so why change!

[@darrenhillman8396]

Good review. Nice car. Want one. Soon!

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

When you want to get one, give us a call! www.carkeys.co.uk/audi/a3/hatchback

[@charlesmbole]

It's a great car

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

What do you think about Audi's design identity though? Many people say all the cars look the same, what do you think?

[@ryanwilkins784]

That screen I can’t find it anywhere online! All I can find are the cars with the smaller 5.8 inch screen and I can’t afford the facelift

[@iBradFIFA]

In finance the A3 s line is about £60 more per month, is the s line worth it compared to the se, and give reason to your opinion too! :D

[@NikosKatsikanis]

i might buy one on the cheap at 11k eur 80k miles

[@khadija9551]

That ain’t even a 2013 plate…

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

Do you think there are notable differences? Hope you enjoy our reviews too!

[@TheMegaCONARTIST]

.....and it is said there are not many differences? Its taken over 4 min just to explain differences in new vs. old interior, and that’s in a quick review too. There are many recognizable differences between old vs. new model in and out, I would most definitely say! Nice review.

[@TheMegaCONARTIST]

Greetings MotorTorqueUK, Yes I currently drive past version of Audi A3 Phantom Black, lights are obviously much different in the back front as well, the hatchback design cant change to another but it does have cleaner lines more like a business class car, interior is completely different to old I would say 95% including that of a bigger size, one thing is same its the speedometer area which is the same to old the moon shape dash board, the rest is weight reduction and engine choice.

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

What specifics do you think Volvo has over Audi?

[@AutoUnionR8]

BMWs are renowned for being more fun to drive than Audis, but I think they suffer a visual disadvantage over most other cars, because a lot of them are rather ugly, like the 'angry birds pig'-esque 1 Series.

[@minidaxie951]

If you look closely you'll notice that the a3 hatchback 3 door looks like the Quattro.

[@gordonremsey8055]

Their soo fucking expensive though

[@Lennox1492]

it totally sucks that we don't have the hatch in the United States! ugh!!! I want a hatchback so badly but we don't have that many options. the Jetta Golf is nice looking on the outside but that inside is so plain that I just can't do it! hell no the mini cooper and I just can't waste my money on a Ford!

[@comedyman112]

Import

[@dunti21]

The boot should have an adjustable floor that would make the load bay flush with the flat seats. I don't know why your model didn't have that...

[@audia3sportback8v55]

THIS IS PREMIUM QUALITY A3 SPORTBACK? AUDI A3 SPORTBACK 8V

[@RichWood]

I've always been a fan of the A3. If I was to go hatchback again I think it would be a close run between and S3 and a VW GTi. I see a lot of the A3 on the road, but more and more 1 Series hatch backs. Are the beamers starting to steal more of the limelight?

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

Thanks! hope you enjoy our others

[@TheMegaCONARTIST]

????? OK!!! Sure we would like to see your track time videos???? :)

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

we'll certainly try

[@bigste5771]

I shedded 80kg off the 2nd gen model... I got rid of my lass 😂

[@jamesgallagher1992]

🤣🤣🤣👍

[@AutoUnionR8]

Oh yes they're a lot braver with design, I'll give them that :) *Insert cliched 'bravery = foolishness' quote here*.

[@moises1228]

Wait so it the steering wheel on the right?

[@CoenFerrariNoble]

Is this guy paid by Audi ? I would rather buy a Volvo.

[@ydravlikos234]

crap!!!

[@Yadayadayada95]

I really want this car, it's a perfect size

[@juventusshqip4204]

What motor does it have

[@JPSG3]

Review the sportback version.

[@leeboypoerio]

Musics too loud in background and voice terrible

[@balmorallnokia4006]

How mean

[@leeboypoerio]

@@balmorallnokia4006 free speech like it or lump it

[@roninraiden]

song = want

[@jonnyp280]

What a car and excellent review :)

[@gerryavila3652]

Nice

[@ShiroSky102]

Good reviews

[@LouisWinthorpe622]

The boot floor height is adjustable with a quick tug and push of a handle near the rear, in other reviews that I have seen. It takes the floor up to flush with the folded down seats so that there is no 'lip'. Looking forward to getting my black 2.0 TDI in a couple of days.

[@CarKeysUKOfficial]

Haha

[@janrdoh]

looks much nicer than the earlier model.