2003 Audi A3 Sport review from UK and Ireland
"An excellent value practical hatchback with a wild streak for those who like to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Absolutely nothing to date.
7000 Miles of trouble free motoring.
General comments?
For a 1.8 non-turbo version of the A3 it is surprisingly nippy.
With 125 bhp on tap, and the main grunt coming in between 3 and 5000rpm it demands to be driven.
As it is the latest spec, you get the 17" wheels and on the 1.8 and 1.8T you also get the lowered widened Quattro Gmbh suspension setup, which coupled with the ESP programme nails the car to the road, especially on bends.
The interior is a vast improvement on the previous model, with trendy half leather, CD player, three head rests and a central three point rear seat belt, handy for the little ones, all as standard.
The build quality is superior to most cars of similar value and although it looks sporty with its' 45mm profile tyres it is also subtle.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 6900 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Avensis |
| Date of Entry | 21st March, 2003 |