Audi A3 review - better than a Golf, 1 Series or A-Class?

[@carwow]

It's VOTE time! The best hatchback you can buy in 2020 is...

[@carwow]

VOTE: Audi A3

[@carwow]

VOTE: Something else (Comment with your choice!)

[@sankar2041]

First

[@muzzamildurrani9247]

I will vote audi a3

[@owaiswani9080]

A3

[@straightbusta2609]

Mat flexing his Burberry at the beginning of the video lol

[@thomasalbrecht35]

Plot twist: Matt filmed this review only to flex his shirt

[@conorf8091]

@argh666 what’s cringe lol

[@carwow]

Classic... 😑

[@enessarkaya1379]

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[@mtumasz]

Polo shirts are the only garment I actually care about. The rest I just wear

[@SJokes]

No one: Audi: the left wing mirror is inspired by front left seatbelt of the Audi R8

[@dont7142]

Don't read my Profile Picture :)

[@Calm_wisdom]

@@dont7142 interesting hobby you have there

[@m4z805]

"The fuel filler cap takes inspiration from the unsaved ballsack of the man behind the 273rd stich on the R8's steering wheel."

[@humanperson4605]

@@dont7142 ngl that was fun

[@juss_danii]

@@dont7142 congrats you're almost at 14k.

[@nealvinod07]

KZbin getting real comfortable showing two ads back-to-back

[@markomarkomarko]

time to research adblocking, my friend

[@FriendlyNeighbourhoodSpidey]

@@markomarkomarko doesnt even work on the youtube app

[@potentiallywastedindividua9974]

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[@FriendlyNeighbourhoodSpidey]

@@TheyCallMeMannes how can i download youtube vanced?

[@internetthings1453]

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[@capsikseason]

Other dealer ships wear suits and are professional Carwow: shoves a stick in the exhaust pipe

[@zaygiateriibedanso7031]

Exactly 😂

[@Thitnn]

I've driven the new A3 for over 4 months (10k km) now and never had the side trim infront flicker/reflect light in my eyes. Another few issues he mentioned can also be fixed or avoided with certain options.

[@taylorthrall7321]

What's the fuel economy like in the Audi and which engine do you have?

[@Thitnn]

@@taylorthrall7321 hey, 2.0TDI automatic, heavy foot but my long term memory is at 6L/100KM, sub 5 or around should be totally doable.

[@nolandderlugner1351]

Pretry damn great​@@Thitnn

[@UnKnown-iy6bj]

This video is just made because Mat wanted to flex with his Burberry shirt 😂😅

[@internetthings1453]

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[@dont7142]

Don't read my Profile Picture :)

[@andyroy519]

Gets em cheap off Jo maybe? 😉

[@eksdriver]

audi rs6

[@Auditography]

Now bring on the darn new RS3, Audi. We've been waiting long enough 😉

[@carcrashcompilation9459]

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[@dwade3202]

looking forward to the new rs3, meanwhile my bank account is laughing at me.

[@rayedalharbi358]

Have we been waiting?

[@kilove1]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Jrv200008]

It will sound shit anyway

[@yannicktoonen511]

12:15 The previous one also had a gas strut

[@Joshua-cu1uz]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tomaszekp5]

Even the first A3 (at least the 1999 model I used to drive) had gas struts.

[@dauntlessmusictv]

If Audi didn't waste all their money on fake vents and exhausts, they might have been able to put some better materials in the cabin.

[@dantonchat71]

So one reasonabley laded with a moderate engine in a showroom the other day, it was 50k€. Mindbowgling considering the loss in interior quality !

[@NoNegotiations]

Who started the fake vents thing? Mercedes?

[@ilian903]

NoNegotiations I think they did yeah

[@dov.bes.]

Thing is, with time some of those soft materials tend to wear off

[@dantonchat71]

@@dov.bes. Agreed, but when you're paying €€ for a premium hatch you don't expect to see scractchy plastic on the lower part of the console.

[@robsmith1a]

I totally agree about the looks of the car, saw one the other day and it definitely looked good. I wasn't that sure about the old interior (mainly because the infotainment looked aftermarket when it was up - I prefer the built in look).

[@xenzomi1321]

You can't part kill a cow. -Mat Watson

[@esis8318]

Schrödinger's cat wants to talk with Mat

[@toastman6847]

Whoever makes a touchscreen that doesnt leave fingerprints on will be very rich one day

[@stefanomarchi3542]

Oleophobic screens

[@stefanomarchi3542]

@@Tread69 Man, oleophobic screens are a thing, many smartphones already use this technology

[@stefanomarchi3542]

@@Tread69 "Most "oleophobic" coatings used on mobile devices are fluoropolymer-based solids (similar to Teflon, which was used on the HTC Hero) and are both lipophobic and hydrophobic. The oleophobic coating beads up the oils left behind a user's fingers, making it easy to clean without smearing and smudging." Ok? Bye

[@internetthings1453]

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[@NikesZ28]

The Peugeot i had and the Kia i now have has screens with a matt finish, cant see much of the fingerprints on them.

[@ravibo1997]

12:11 The old A3 had gas struts for the bonnet, too

[@senna2]

the new Golf doesn't and the Mk7 did, that's probably why he mentioned it since it's surprising they didn't cut corners there lol

[@Yb807-g]

Cost cutting

[@robertkemna5350]

Dear Mat, finally someone who thinks that the interior of the old A3 looked better and was more posh than the new one. But I have to say that the old A3 also had a fancy bonnet with gas pressure dampers

[@Hlscv]

You need help

[@gbp4998]

You are right. New interior is cheep compared to older one. Carpet is cheep, seats are thinner, all plastic, plastic and more plastic. It looks like it's designed in Japan and made in China. It's just awful. Overpriced sh....t. They have cut corners to save money on the whole interior.

[@andrecardoso6941]

haha the old A3 interior was so ugly. I had one and couldn't wait to swap it for the new version.

[@C.A.1247]

12:29 - The Fraunhofer Institut is where the MP3-Format was invented, so I hope they know a thing or two about sound... :)

[@jondonnelly3]

Use FLAC instead. It's better. Space is cheap now.

[@rowedav]

"You can't part-kill a cow" wasn't a phrase I was expecting to hear.

[@Callme-DS]

i really love you reviewing style. Love and support from India

[@carwow]

Thanks!

[@sooryakiran350]

I am also from india

[@TheRealYaro]

Next time I want to watch 100 ads, I'll click on a Carwow video.

[@GrubblandeGrapplern]

Adblocker is a thing.

[@Kurre.]

Buy Premium

[@matijabaksaj9360]

Just slide on the and off the video and press on repeat and ads are gone 😁

[@UMR_-mo2sb]

0:02 NICE FLEX MAT!!!!✌️

[@abdulazizalbanawi4303]

Is it just me, or does he always say that you should shortlist every car he reviews? I’m sitting here with 50 hatchbacks on my shortlist 😂

[@__-fm5qv]

In all fairness there aren't a lot of terrible hatchbacks any more, and less to distiguish between the good ones these days imo.

[@AbrahamArthemius]

To be fair, it's hard to find really bad cars on sale right now. For daily driving, most cars are actually good enough to drive. Yeah, maybe one car has a not so good interior or exterior, maybe the backseat is a bit too tight for bigger people, the boot may not be bigger than competition, etc but those things are just nitpicks for the most part. It'll all comes down to each person's preference and honestly basic economics.

[@marconeves8089]

just get the better deal basicallly

[@DrPepper22222]

I guess if he gives bad review they might not give him any more cars. He didn't mention the golf or octavia in this review even though they are made on the same platform. For me you'd have to be a real badge snob to pay the extra for the smaller less practical audi with the same engines.

[@reubenchew2096]

Volvo V40 Cross Country was a "Consider"

[@hellocjw2]

Uploaded 20secs ago and 12 dislikes...even the haters have their notification on lol

[@pxrtus]

😂true

[@carwow]

Forget the haters... Just sit back and enjoy!

[@enessarkaya1379]

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[@saadarfanulh3215]

Those are probably the BMW and merc fan boys

[@rayedalharbi358]

@@carwow your so wise

[@will4may175]

Sorry Mat, that's not Frankenstein, it's the monster who calls himself Adam, the stick of truth should've told you that.

[@adamez6885]

yes exactly the scientist is called Frankenstein not the monster

[@cooper2616]

I would say it drives pretty dynamic considering it's fwd. I've driven one and they're actually a pretty fun everyday car

[@amsterdamn4829]

that steering wheel is lovely. The dash is inspired by the urus. Very clean on the automatic with no big gear lever. It's near perfection - perhaps if they got the quality of materials up... but it's real good.

[@alexsavastru8125]

Mat is becoming more and more like a youtuber by the day. Flexing his cars, flexing his threads... It's time for 5 Annoying Things About Mat Watson 😂😂😂😂

[@TheKorusuk]

Only 5? ;)

[@sindhuselvam1]

@@TheKorusuk no.

[@HABO2210]

Who's gonna check if his exhaust pipe is fake or real 😉

[@FriendlyNeighbourhoodSpidey]

Well his 'cars' are mostly loaned to him except the jimmny, the mazda and the old fiat

[@potentiallywastedindividua9974]

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[@maneskinkeesje5765]

wow my recomendations were faster than my notifications this time.

[@Belindecheroba]

Mine too😂

[@enessarkaya1379]

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[@fortnitegod9449]

No you liar

[@maneskinkeesje5765]

@@fortnitegod9449 your mom is a liar. She told you that that man in your living room is your dad, but I am your dad. I love you son.

[@fortnitegod9449]

@@maneskinkeesje5765 How dare you say that!!!!

[@krutikmistry2629]

Matt: Audi has removable caps for child seats so you can loose it quite easily! Audi: Alright matt! With that attitude of yours we decided to not even add caps for child seats

[@justicewarrior9187]

So Audi got CHEAP as Mercedes in interior quality??? FFS

[@benwells2338]

It’s a shame to see so many VW products taking a nosedive in interior material quality. I’m definitely in the minority, but if I am buying a luxury car, I want something that feels and looks well put together and thought out, and at least gives off the impression of premium quality through the use of soft materials, real wood trim or metal trim pieces and such. Modern cars in general are so loaded with gizmos and massive onboard screens that manufacturers are having to cut corners in interior materials.

[@ezzumanzoor1634]

When will the s class review come really looking forward to Matts perspective

[@carwow]

Soon... 😏

[@agreatd]

@@carwow This month?

[@carcrashcompilation9459]

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[@shan0063]

Life explained in just 28 seconds Just watch this. You’ll get surprised 👇 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6rMnmp-Yrughqc

[@allan.n.7227]

VAG is cost saving almost all over the place... If they continue this down-trend it will be their demise...

[@HABO2210]

not only that, but the performance is shockingly tame. A 150 HP hatchback that pulls 0-60 barely below 10 secs? Even Opel Astra could do a better job

[@thrash1337]

@@HABO2210 Yeah, A3 used to be sporty and fun, now it's a VW Golf with a bigger markup. You can no longer get a decent engine unless you want to spend almost twice as much as the base model.

[@carlbrh4533]

Dansker

[@allan.n.7227]

@@carlbrh4533 Ofcårs :-) 😉 .. Man skal jo vælge flere kritiske kilder ifht bilanmeldelser- her er englænderne herligt kritiske - men dog ikke unfair.. danske motorjournalister har det med at falde på halen for tyske biler - næsten ligegyldigt hvad de byder os.. de laver ved Gud nogen fine biler, men der er efterhånden langt mellem snapsede.. det er som om de ikke helt har læst at de faktisk er ved at lave fine biler rundt omkring.. f eks Syd-Korea ... og selv Tesla-ejere synes at have armene højt oppe over hovedet... ja endda visse kinesiske biler virker snart til at være en trussel ifht til features og umiddelbar opfattelse af “look and feel”.. ... hvis europæiske biler bliver for tarvelige ifht prisen .... ja så er det noget bæ for Europa som helhed (div underleverandører osv)

[@Geilegarnele]

So a rear armrest and a plastic piece on the trunk is all over the place for you?

[@mveledzotshishonga3971]

@7:38. I really thought Matt was going to "YEET" his electric bike 🚲 the same way he yeets load covers when they don't fit under the false floor 😭😂😂😂

[@jordanfield5826]

a couple things to note. 1 - The flip out cupholders are optional, and the standard ones are much better at being a cup holder. 2 - Only the Audi Press and Dealer Market Introduction cars have Progressive Steering. None of the normal UK Spec cars have progressive steering other than the S3 and upcoming RS3. Shame as the Progressive steering is a bit better for 'dynamic' driving ;) 3 - 1.0 TFSI (30 TFSI) is now available with an Auto/ STronic and a MHEV system.

[@petardjeric5008]

It's December and Matt is wearing t-shirt and shorts 🤔

[@acurrymuncher8459]

Here in Australia its summer

[@brianhardy847]

No offense but that's kinda mean in Australia where I live it's summer in July it's winter ❄️

[@petardjeric5008]

I know that, but Matt is from Britain and there is freezing cold

[@Cole_166]

In Africa that is currently normal🏜️

[@datv5527]

It was filmed in August.

[@KangoV]

Fraunhofer Society are responsible for giving us the MP3 algorithm in 1993. 27 years ago, wow.

[@NewGameHouse]

I would like to see the Plug in Hybrid and the sedan ;)

[@potentiallywastedindividua9974]

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[@ssssssss6889]

The front of the car , specially the grill reminds me of the Joker in Batman 1989.

[@CED99]

"This has been inspired by Frankenstein's" Monster's head FTFY

[@sloppykid0273]

Mat normally throws everything that is in the boot out when doing his review, wonder why he didn't throw his bike?🤔🤨

[@briancraggs4235]

Cos it was about 3 grands worth. 🤔

[@NzScruff]

I just got a 2010 Audi A3 2L TFSI Quattro as my second car and I love it. Great hatchback!

[@dragospahontu]

Its a Haldex, Quattro is just for the big cars.

[@NzScruff]

@@dragospahontu still tho, 4wd

[@dragospahontu]

@@NzScruff only a longitudinal engine with the gearbox behind it can turn all four wheels at the same time, these haldex systems only shove power to the rear only when they feel like it. But still better than fwd.

[@NzScruff]

@@dragospahontu I was doing skids on a gravel road and it was so much nicer than my Swift Sport that I had before

[@dragospahontu]

@@NzScruff ofcourse there's a difference in hardware.

[@pramitharyan5167]

It’s looks good but it feels cheap ...... Definitely avoid it!

[@adibafiq6945]

@Prokurator Generalny Dziura w Dupie yeah he mad, watchu want? haa????

[@henryviiifake8244]

@Prokurator Generalny Dziura w Dupie _You'd_ have to be mad to pay Audi money when they've put crappy materials on touch points in the back, when the pleb-spec Focus and i30 have that sorted. 🥴

[@Apipoulai]

I'm coming to end of the lease on my Seat Leon. I really don't like what VAG has done with the touchscreens on nearly every model but this one. This A3 is definitely on my shortlist for 2021

[@lfcjay]

What car do you have now

[@maruetsane3616]

"You can't part kill a cow!!" Matt speaks fluent sarcasm

[@leslymatabane2964]

As soon as I saw Mat holding the stick I already knew 😂

[@johnmoore695]

Too many adverts. Can't be bothered to watch it any more. 👍

[@nikcleese6058]

Before buying a brand new A3 in the UK ask teh dealer about the MMI and SOS issues... if they say there no known issues walk away... considering returning my brand new A3 sports back as they don't seem able to fix the issues and i'm not the only one.

[@gordonmccartney5648]

Recently got rid of a 2017 Q3 black edition...interior Build quality was far better than the new Q3. New Audis/VWs not knocking it out the park anymore for the interior quality

[@GlitterGuru]

VW Group has plummeted in quality since dieselgate...

[@johnhoward6461]

None sense. Driving a VW Golf 8 R-line for 3 weeks now after a 5 years driving a Golf 7 Highline. It’s feels bigger than the 7, which it isn’t. It’s nicer to drive and the build quality is top notch. Yes there are a few cost cutting measures, but none of any importance. I like the interior more than an A3, the materials don’t seem inferior at all. The digital display is great once you get used to it, better than the old model BMW 1 series which I rented in Majorca.

[@ilian903]

John Howard Quality is not good for the price you are paying, I accept it because VW is not a premium brand, but hell this new A3 feels cheap and it’s sad.

[@johnhoward6461]

@@ilian903 Couldn’t disagree more. The build quality is very good indeed, maybe not quite upto BMW 1 series, but that’s more expensive here. Haven’t seen the new A3 so can’t comment, apart from the pictures I’ve seen I much prefer the golf inside.

[@ilian903]

@@johnhoward6461 I mean you are an actual golf 8 owner so I can’t discuss that. I have the old f21 bmw 120i as a second car and it’s very decent in terms of build quality, I can deny though that interior design wise is dated but still prefer it over the new 1 series.

[@ilian903]

@@johnhoward6461 I’m not a golf guy I guess, I had a golf mark 7 for a couple of years and really enjoyed it, bought it for 17 grand so it was a no brainer

[@jorigeproductions]

come on now, Let's see a race between this, the new VW Golf, Seat Leon, BMW 1-series and the a-class!

[@wololo4761]

The "pointless storage" under the armrest is actually very useful. I have an absolute array of condiments in there. Some taco bell hot sauces, some mayonnaise, some ketchup, and also some wet wipes to clean hands after eating. Never underestimate the usefulness of the "pointless storage".

[@taylorthrall7321]

What's the fuel economy like in the Audi and which engine do you have?

[@wololo4761]

@@taylorthrall7321 it's the 2.0 TDI from 2013. I can get high 50s mpg pretty easily on a long drive. I once managed to coax 70mpg out of it because of speed limits. Convert to your own country's units :)

[@zhdx54]

At 5:38 that really cool jump of the camera to the back seat looked awesome! Really great job production team! Someone appreciated that! And that someone is me *chefs kiss on the forehead*

[@oliverbrookes27]

Not only Audi with the dodgy wheel covering dials, BMW did this years ago. Put me off before I even started it, but had a test drive just to be polite. Bad RHD conversions also put me off. VW ID3 doesn't even have RHD wipers.

[@oliver24x]

VW group in general has gone shit with their quality.

[@frameshade]

They have, just a lot of cost cutting everywhere. Only their cheaper brands are worth buying now (mostly Seat) because there you'll still find some value for your money. Otherwise skip them.

[@matthewsmith2787]

It’s because of diesel scandal, they are paying huge amounts of money in fines

[@oliver24x]

@@frameshade Yep, Seat still seems fine actually. I'm not the biggest fan of the new Leon, but I'd much rather have that than a Golf.

[@oliver24x]

@@matthewsmith2787 At least they can feel it on the bottom line, unfortunately they might be getting keen on keeping this bad quality if people continue to buy it.

[@Trades46]

I still think 2009~2019 was peak VW.

[@Streamerabi]

I got the 150pk petrol one with s-line for about 2 months now. It's a pretty nice car to have, but one thing that really annoys me is, since it's not the quickest, I like to give quite some gas to get off nicely, but it wheel spins way too easily! I know it's front-wheel drive, but is has such low grip from standstill that it actually annoys me pretty badly Edit: ohh yeah, also the damn high gloss plastic bits around the navigation screen and the center console are getting dirty way too easily. Looks bleh 9/10 times, since I can't be bothered to clean it all the time.

[@Account1746]

The previous generations looking much nicer now

[@dragospahontu]

ake it from me guys not from Mat who is a tele shopper. The Golf, Leon, A3 are almost identical in the way they drive, especially the Golf and A3 because they have the same suspension. Mat will never come to this conclusion because he has to sell this car on carwow.

[@JD-fg2dz]

Yep and to be honest I preferred old interior

[@Lerppunen]

@@dragospahontu Does it really matter to Carwow whether people buy A3 or Golf through their site?

[@YoutubeChannel-yl1tb]

I am driving an old 2015 a3 sedan. I got the new one as my rental car and i was shocked, the quality went downhill an insane amount. (The old a3‘s hood was held open by gas spring too by the way ;) )

[@grrwuff4099]

Love the 'Engine versions' floating graphics... Good for comparison

[@lucianomessina1438]

Did the discontinue the 2.0t A3? I have one myself and I love it, think it’s the perfect balance of performance and comfort if you can’t afford an s3

[@internetthings1453]

Hey, wanna see Pagani and Porsche crash?kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGOoZJKVeNCnosU

[@Juvahh]

They have, for now, but they’re probably gonna produce it again soon.

[@davidarakoto2656]

Suggestion: include the safety ratings in your reviews.

[@ChrisN06999]

"...you can't part kill a cow..." Mat Watson, December 2020

[@connormartin9831]

Getting an Audi A3 next year. Can’t wait 🤩

[@michelkoch]

Enjoy 😊

[@sylvaind.6786]

Worst choice

[@taylorthrall7321]

What's the fuel economy like in the Audi and which engine do you have?

[@taylorthrall7321]

​@@michelkoch What's the fuel economy like in the Audi and which engine do you have?

[@florianbusch94]

That VFX work on the trunk measurements whoohoooo Mat what's good

[@jstone9563]

Frankenstein was the mad scientist... not the monster 😊

[@jimmyneutron1889]

If you like running modifications on your car, like stage 3 turbo kits, full exhausts, ecu, suspension etc, go for the golf, if you like adding little subtle things like a lip spoiler or blacking out badges, go for the audi. If you like just driving a car as it is and maybe adding a few vinyl stripes go for the a class. If you just want a car that works, is practical and don't want to do any modifications, go bmw.

[@GiovanniXO]

I love how Mat complains about plastic thats at places you wouldnt even touch alot

[@dragospahontu]

ake it from me guys not from Mat who is a tele shopper. The Golf, Leon, A3 are almost identical in the way they drive, especially the Golf and A3 because they have the same suspension. Mat will never come to this conclusion because he has to sell this car on carwow.

[@n8n8n8n]

This is Audi, they call it premium, what's premium about a cheap plastic? Nothing, yet you have to pay for it extra. Good job Mat.

[@ItsMeYeah888]

@@dragospahontu he’s mentioned before that the a3 is exactly 1% better than the golf. I would say that’s saying h to eyre almost identical. Also he doesn’t sell cars, neither does carwow, they just help you to get a discount from dealers.

[@dragospahontu]

@@n8n8n8n he's just there to sell you the car, you don't need any qualifications to do his job.

[@dragospahontu]

@@ItsMeYeah888 Then why doesn't he say it up front that this car is overpriced. You can get a Kia Ceed GT with softer materials for less than this Audi and you have a 1.6L 205hp engine!

[@pramitharyan5167]

I’d rather not use the touch screen just cuz of the smudges ...... it’s so freaking annoying

[@fredvallenet]

Looks like a much more expensive new Seat Leon.

[@internetthings1453]

Hey, wanna see Pagani and Porsche crash?kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGOoZJKVeNCnosU

[@Jo3yPropane]

It's a good looking car - probably the best in this class in this trim - and I'd definitely pay the extra £2-3k for it over the golf... But these Germans are going backwards in quality every generation while the likes of KIA and Hyundai are making big strides forward. The 1 series, if it was just a little less odd looking (personally it still looks like it's been half turned into a weird crossover thing), would be the top of the pecking order, with the A3 and A Class trading blows (if you skip those god awful entry trim screens) in 2nd place. After that, I think VAG have shot themselves in the foot with the Octavia being better looking and having a better interior than the Golf - even the new Leon is better looking and more distinctive on the outside. So the Skoda gets 3rd place, with the FR spec Leon just edging the new Golf.

[@ibby1238]

Isn’t it funny how i got a Mercedes ad on this video

[@georgenestoridis3452]

Imagine paying this amount of money and have a torsion beam . Next time put leafsprings Audi !

[@matthewp9015]

Most buyers won’t even notice (or care). A-Class is the same. Or what about the 70k Megane Trophy R with a torsion beam...

[@georgenestoridis3452]

@@matthewp9015 these years people care about 10 inch screens more than the actual suspension . Crazy..

[@matthewp9015]

@@georgenestoridis3452 Nothing new really, how many regular consumers know anything about suspension? If you just use your car to drive to and from work every day you’re going to be more interested in a good stereo than what design the rear suspension is (unless you’re a car enthusiast, of course).

[@georgenestoridis3452]

@@matthewp9015 I get it , but if u want to go from A to B, do you really have to pay the premium for the german brands? A Kia ceed will do exactly the same job. Unless you care about prestige..(while not caring for the suspension, which is still silly)

[@0Lukis0]

One little detail. Our old A3 2012 has this hydraulic rod (for bonnet) too :D and it's original from factory.

[@led0073]

Just cancel my order for a new A3, I originally ordered one in January of 2022. Then on the 3rd of May 2022 I was updated that the delivery date was March of 2023+. The + stands for that's the shortest time they can currently date the production for and it's likely to be longer than that. 14 months+ to get a car!!!. So cancelled it, BMW are quoting 15 months on a 330e and mercedes are giving delivery dates at 12+ with no fixed dates. World has gone mad!!

[@sunnyd6291]

The loss of some interior quality is a good trade off for how many new safety features are in this new model stick on the comport and sound pack and auto box then the car is awsome

[@mantocats]

"inspired by Frankenstein Head!" 🤣

[@hishag666]

Mat flexing on his expensive clothing

[@JohnnyZenith]

Ok..

[@enessarkaya1379]

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[@dagurorarinsson2827]

@yunghazy 400$ for a polo shirt is not expensive?

[@Cliffracer46]

@@dagurorarinsson2827 that is frickin expensive

[@Rhalicante1]

IN UK YOU HAVE TO USE YOUR LEFT HAND TO CHANGE THE VITESSEN ? WTF HOW DO YOU GUYS DO THAT ?

[@runejackers8671]

I timed my a4 from 2017 with the 35tfsi and s line and it dit 0-62 in 8.3 s

[@thehelperofthepeopledems2525]

I love how Matt expresses his love for BMWs while reviewing other cars 😌

[@MathiasBacher]

The Fraunhofer Institut developed the mp3 format, so i think they do at least know something about sound 😁

[@anshulrao5581]

I feel Audi has with the a3 gone a step down according to mat

[@iJoxhh]

My 2015 S3 doesn't have the metal load lip like Matt says the old version has. Also my previous 2015 A3 and current S3 both had gas struts for the bonnet!

[@JackKing12.]

1:51 those are 18inch matt ..and matt..previous A3 didn't have rear arm rest...and matt...I love my A3 and the frankenstein stiching. Much better than the Mercedes A-class

[@kylanwhalley887]

I would like to see a golf R VS an Audi S3, I know they are meant to be the same but it would be interesting to see in real life.

[@WaveManMike]

Wow, I'm an American who’s actually awake when carwow uploaded a video

[@MacGyver1908]

“partially kill a cow” 🤣🤣🤣

[@air3000icg]

I have a a3 from 2017 and mine has the gas strut?

[@abdulrahim52]

I do miss my audi a3 it was SO practical, I once fit a dinning table and SIX chairs! 😂

[@AliGspot]

The interior looks incredible, what are you talking about!

[@ARIES6181]

Might look good but being an Audi it´s too cheap made

[@AliGspot]

@@ARIES6181 yeah that much is obvious, but I’m talking about how it looks. The styling on these look the nuts! It’s based on a Lambo which explains it, and way too stylish for what you would expect to see in an Audi!

[@ARIES6181]

@@AliGspot It reminded me of Urus instantly, but I think Citroen was first to do that design in C5 III

[@AliGspot]

@@ARIES6181 I’ve just looked at the C5 mk3 and I don’t see what you mean? The interior doesn’t have the air vents like the lambo or any of the other styling. I must say when I heard Citroen I did think it was unlikely lol

[@ARIES6181]

@@AliGspot I mean the concept. It looks like Urus but C5 used that concept with airvents much earlier

[@jonhouse3020]

I was surprised by the shortlist verdict. From the video I really got the impression you didn't like it at all!

[@ariescustom]

Audi are dropping the ball on their interiors, for sure.

[@kanyewest2729]

The A3 looks better than the 1 series and A-class in and out. The long body is a little strange to look at first however. But top notch Audi👍

[@lucarinke]

10:40 No!! You have to use ur right hand to see over your shoulder if there is any traffic incoming

[@someone.............]

Might be only me, but lately Audi's entire line-up styling were too "over-styled" that up at point makes them all bland.

[@xIcarus227]

Agreed with most of them, especially this A3. But I still think the A5/A7 look good. Though I have to admit the A7 was a disappointment to me in terms of looks compared to the old one.

[@comerunwithmig]

Some yes some I know like I do really like nearly all audis right now except maybe the a5 and then I hate all bmws right now they're super lazily styled inside and out till they then took some acid and made the all new one which looks utterly monstrous.

[@PrioCaptSend]

16:35 got to be the funniest part of the review

[@niacinbiotin]

Do that bloody Yianni vs Matt running race :D

[@216z]

3:15 love the interior

[@giannis077]

I have the 2019 a3. Its a very good car with tons of storage, low consumption and great speed its an all round car for every day driving and for long trips

[@cartuningexpert5248]

and „Vorsprung“ 😂😂😂

[@Dheeeeraj]

Your reviews are so entertaining! 👌🏻

[@kristianvergard6434]

Actually, the previous gen A3 also had a gas strut🤔

[@wvanhees86]

The new one is worse than the previous! Well done Audi!

[@Juvahh]

Every A3 has it, even the first ones (8L).