Pros and Cons*
Pros
Great handling characteristics, efficient S tronic® and manual transmissions, unsurpassed comfort as well as a diesel-engine option contribute to the greatness of the 2013 Audi A3.
Cons
Diesel engine option available only in two-wheel drive, automatic transmission version. Middle-of-the-pack passenger space, multitude of expensive options and poor rear visibility take away some of the greatness.
Price
The turbocharged 2.0 litre front-wheel drive version starts at $34,100 with manual transmission and retails for $35,700 with the S tronic transmission.
All-wheel drive versions start at $37,500.
The diesel version starts at $37,100.
Fuel Economy
The diesel engine version consumes an estimated 6.7 L/100 km city and 4.7 L/100 km highway.
The manual-transmission two-wheel drive Audi A3 consumes 10.4 L/100 km city and 6.7 L/100 km highway.
All-wheel drive consumption is estimated at 9.6 L/100 km city and 7.5 L/100 km highway.
Exterior Styling
The styling of this 4-door luxury wagon has been around for some time, and it will definitely benefit from its impending scheduled overhaul. The addition of LED headlights and its restyled grille add a welcomed modern touch.
Drivetrain
The TDI is powered by a 2.0 litre turbocharged diesel engine that delivers 140 hp and 236 lb-ft torque.
The power is delivered to the front wheels by a 6-speed S tronic transmission.
The second choice of engines consists of a 4-cylinder turbocharged 2.0 litre engine that produces 200 hp and 207 lb-ft torque.
Both two- and four-wheel drive versions are equipped with S tronic or manual 6-speed transmissions.
CargoCapacity
The cargo area of the 2013 Audi A3 varies from 370 to 1,120 litres.
Safety
This model is equipped with six airbags and side-impact beams along with a number of active safety features.
Comparable Models
Mercedes-Benz B Class , MINI Cooper, Subaru WRX, Volkswagen Golf , Volvo C30
*References
Charette Benoit, L’annuel de l’automobile 2013, Montréal Transcontinental, 2012, p.98
Duquet Denis, Le guide de l’auto 2013, Montréal, Les éditions de l’Homme, 2012, p.136
www.audi.ca
Pros
Great handling characteristics, efficient S tronic® and manual transmissions, unsurpassed comfort as well as a diesel-engine option contribute to the greatness of the 2013 Audi A3.
Cons
Diesel engine option available only in two-wheel drive, automatic transmission version. Middle-of-the-pack passenger space, multitude of expensive options and poor rear visibility take away some of the greatness.
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Price
The turbocharged 2.0 litre front-wheel drive version starts at $34,100 with manual transmission and retails for $35,700 with the S tronic transmission.
All-wheel drive versions start at $37,500.
The diesel version starts at $37,100.
Fuel Economy
The diesel engine version consumes an estimated 6.7 L/100 km city and 4.7 L/100 km highway.
The manual-transmission two-wheel drive Audi A3 consumes 10.4 L/100 km city and 6.7 L/100 km highway.
All-wheel drive consumption is estimated at 9.6 L/100 km city and 7.5 L/100 km highway.
Exterior Styling
The styling of this 4-door luxury wagon has been around for some time, and it will definitely benefit from its impending scheduled overhaul. The addition of LED headlights and its restyled grille add a welcomed modern touch.
Drivetrain
The TDI is powered by a 2.0 litre turbocharged diesel engine that delivers 140 hp and 236 lb-ft torque.
The power is delivered to the front wheels by a 6-speed S tronic transmission.
The second choice of engines consists of a 4-cylinder turbocharged 2.0 litre engine that produces 200 hp and 207 lb-ft torque.
Both two- and four-wheel drive versions are equipped with S tronic or manual 6-speed transmissions.
CargoCapacity
The cargo area of the 2013 Audi A3 varies from 370 to 1,120 litres.
Safety
This model is equipped with six airbags and side-impact beams along with a number of active safety features.
Comparable Models
Mercedes-Benz B Class , MINI Cooper, Subaru WRX, Volkswagen Golf , Volvo C30
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*References
Charette Benoit, L’annuel de l’automobile 2013, Montréal Transcontinental, 2012, p.98
Duquet Denis, Le guide de l’auto 2013, Montréal, Les éditions de l’Homme, 2012, p.136
www.audi.ca