Overview & Reviews

Audi brings the A3 four-door hatchback to our shores for 2006.

• Best automatic transmission around, great driving dynamics, versatile interior space, powerful and sophisticated engine.

• Cargo and rear-seat legroom a bit tight, price can get quite steep with dazzling options.

User Reviews:

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  Those who "get it" love it. - 2006 Audi A3
  By TampaA3 - August 23 - 10:15 am

  Best car I have ever owned, period. The A3 is one of the best cars on the road and yet you will be hard pressed to find one next to you at the stop light. Most will not understand this car and just write it off as a "wagon" but the people who "get it" drool over it when they see it. I have enjoyed driving this car so much that I often go for drives just to enjoy it. I bought my 2.0T before the 3.2 was available. I have not driven the 3.2 for fear of wanting to upgrade. The power is more than sufficient in the 2.0. I got almost every option on the car except Nav which does send the price way up but its still a great car and a good value.

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  3 months & 10000 miles later! - 2006 Audi A3
  By AudiSoCali - August 21 - 3:43 pm

  Ive only had this vehicle 3 mos. but have managed to put it through its paces around so. cal. The car is everything I expected it to be. Practical, sexy, fun to drive. No cost maintenance has saved me a lot. The DSG is smooth and effortless, yet aggressive. The new 2.0 FSI engine is awesome. Even grandma would feel like Schumacher behind the wheel. Props to Audi for making an affordable, luxury, performance, "hatchback"!

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  Fun to drive but glad I leased it - 2006 Audi A3
  By SteveK - August 19 - 1:52 pm

  Ive had this car 9 months and have put over 10k miles on. A lot of fun to drive, and good looking, too. But Im glad I didnt buy it. Its chock full of little annoyances. Sticky turn signal, huge gap between 4th and 3rd gears on downshift, sunroof with a mind of its own, bits and pieces constantly loosening or falling off, too easy to knock gear shift out of manual when upshifting, to name a few. And its a rattle-trap. Very good mileage considering the turbo engine, though.

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  Couldnt ask for anything more - 2006 Audi A3
  By Michael - August 15 - 6:56 pm

  Being that my father used to work at the Audi plant in Stuttgart many, many years ago, I know of the German reputation for building quality cars. I have not been disappointed. The single most thing that stands out for me is the performance. I have been thrown back into my seat on several occassions when stepping on the gas. The interior is impeccable along with the skyroof and especially the onboard computer. I no longer have to use a calculator to figure out my gas mileage. The comfort and functionality of the seats are first rate. My last four cars were all Ford models. This is my first Audi. If the A3 is any indication, this definitely wont be the last

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  Fun drive - 2006 Audi A3
  By Rick - August 13 - 3:39 am

  Car is fun to drive. The turbo engine needs a slight more power, nothing a chip upgrade wont fix. Front wheels due seem to spin a bit, but after some driving time you learn how to minimize the spin.

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  Mature and Sporty - 2006 Audi A3
  By Pete - August 8 - 6:46 am

  I chose the A3 because I was looking for a car that was mature (not a boy toy), functional (can I fit a large screen TV ?), and sporty (fun to drive). The A3 is a perfect match. The DSG is fantastic - but took some getting used to as I would tend to forget I was in manual mode. My only regret was not getting the Sport model, because the suspension is a little softer than what I am used to, but then the ride is more luxurious as well, and I did ask for a mature ride. Im getting about 22 MPG in mixed driving, but think Id do better if I quit playing with the paddles. At first I didnt think Id want the Open Sky roof, but now I am very happy I got it.

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  Flawless - 2006 Audi A3
  By heyoka - August 6 - 9:46 am

  Most fun you can have in a car that has comfortable seating and decent luggage room with excellent fuel economy for the level of performance. DSG is the best transmission, manual or automatic, on a mass-produced car, and FSI is the most advanced readily available non-hybrid engine.

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  A3 2.0 Turbo After 10,000 miles - 2006 Audi A3
  By Dallas - August 3 - 6:41 am

  I bought this car last October after gas hit $3/gal (the first time) and after test driving the others. I have owned many luxury and sporty cars over the years from the BMW 7 and Mercedes S sedans to the BMW M3. I have to say that this car is a perfect blend of fun, function and economy. The DSG transmission is fantastic, the hatchback with fold-down seats plenty roomy, and the gas mileage (~28 mpg) is great for todays environment. We just turned over 10K miles and have had no problems with the car at all! My only complaint is the Pirelli tires -- too much road noise. I plan to own this car for a long time! Congratulations to Audi.

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  agility and speed - 2006 Audi A3
  By Jason - July 26 - 8:13 pm

  Overall an exciting car to drive. Im able to navigate busy DC with little problem, and the DSG TRANNY IS KICKIN. The only complaint I have is the driver seat seems to be losing its support. Seats started out firm, but now they are uncomfortable. Limited thigh support for my 61" frame. Sunroof is a blast. Wanted all-wheel, but didnt want the 6 cylinder. Overall a kickin car to drive.

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  Great car to own and drive. - 2006 Audi A3
  By Marsha in Texas - July 21 - 12:36 am

  I have nearly 5000 miles in three months and the driving has been great. I have the Sport package and love the aluminum trim. The car has a quality feel and the engine is great. It is easy to zip up to 80 miles an hour without realizing it. Highway mileage is 27-32 which is a plus. I have the navigation system with Bose stereo - fabulous. I am glad I bought this car and plan to enjoy it for many years. It is a fun car to drive.