Long-term update#3: Audi A3 Sportback
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Yesterday, on Monday 19th June, was the first time I brought the A3 to the race track. I am even more impressed with its dynamic abilites after experienced it in Mission Raceway. Precise steering, nice body control, comfortable ride quality, nifty Direct Shift Gearbox and awesome 2.0T 200hp engine. However, its [...]
Long-term update #2: Audi A3 Sportback
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The previous six months have been an enjoyment experience in the long-term A3. Its fuel economy keeps improving as run-in mileage completed, engine begins to loosen up. On our last update, we averaged 10.5L/100km. After the first oil change, the fuel economy has dropped to below 10L/100km.
On the other [...]
Vehicle: 2006 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro S-Line Sportback with Open Sky System, cold weather package and Bi-Xenon adaptive headlights
Price as tested: CDN$49990
Handling: Unlike the less expensive 2.0T, this 3.2 is standard with Quattro all-wheel drive system. This is a Haldex system which means its 100% front locked-up until it detects slippage, then the system begins [...]
Long-term update #1: Audi A3 Sportback
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After spending 2 months with the long-term A3 Sportback, it is very evident that this is more than an entry-level model into this premium brand. The interior fit-and-finish and build quality are stout and vault-solid, without any rattles or squeaks. The use of classy materials are up to Audi’s [...]
Vehicle: 2006 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0T with DSG, Xenon and Sports Pkg
Price as tested: CDN$39495
Delivered mileage: 40km
There have never been a premium hatchback that can be considered as successful in North America. Both BMW and Mercedes have failed with their 3-Series Compact and C-Coupe. Its time for their arch-rival Audi to bring in their offering [...]
Vehicle: 2006 Audi A3 2.0T Sportback with DSG and premium pkg
Price as tested: CDN$38600
Performance: The A3’s powerplants come in little spicy and extra spicy. Our tester is equipped with the “little spicy” 2.0L FSI turbocharged DOHC 16-valver that turns out 200 horses and 207 lb/ft of torque. Considered A3 weights at 1510 kg which [...]