Overview & Reviews

There are no major changes for the 2008 Audi A3. Satellite radio and an auto-dimming mirror are now standard on the 3.2 model, while iPod integration and manual rear sunshades become available on both A3 models.

• Versatile interior space, enjoyable driving dynamics, availability of F1-style sequential-shift transmission, excellent safety for a small car.

User Reviews:

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  1-Year Update on A3 2.0T DSG - 2008 Audi A3
  By jlesica - March 28 - 8:03 am

  Im nearing 1 year of ownership! Havent put on many miles (13k), but most were hard miles through Boston. Car was outstanding in the winter, traction control and stability performed very nicely. I was considering the Quattro when I bought it, but now Im glad I didnt spend the extra 8k, its not worth it. No mechanical problems to speak of. I found out that a golf bag wont fit in the back without putting the seat down. Maybe time to upgrade to an A4 Wagon? If only it had the A3 interior. Oh yea, and for those confused by the fact you cant tilt the windshield wipers up in the winter before a storm, turn the car off then hit the wiper lever, they come half way up!

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  Looking for comfortable seats? - 2008 Audi A3
  By Seattle - March 18 - 8:00 pm

  I love this car. Really fun to drive, sticks like glue to curves, great visibility, sporty but comfortable driving experience. I test drove a lot of small cars before deciding on this one, and preferred it to the A4.

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  Awesome car - 2008 Audi A3
  By david - March 15 - 1:02 pm

  This is an awesome car and fun to drive. Would recommend this over 3 series any day. Shifting is really smooth and the acceleration is great, got upgraded stereo and S-line package and I feel it was worth the money... stiffer seats/suspension. Heated seats work great and the AC cools down nice and quickly.

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  Perfect City Car Compact Luxury. - 2008 Audi A3
  By Noah - March 8 - 10:25 pm

  After years with an A4 Avant, this has not been a step down at all! I figured I would be sacrificing space and luxury for MPG and the convenience of a compact, but not really the case roomy interior and meticulous detail (I could live without the carbon fiber trim look, however). Way easier to park in the city, better mileage, and far quicker than the A4. Overall, if you dont need the Quattro I cant see a reason to get a new A4 Avant when this option is out there.

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  Refinement and Invigoration in One - 2008 Audi A3
  By JW - March 8 - 10:04 pm

  Just purchased my A3, and after driving about town a bit now, I can say with certainty that this is a unique ride. Just like BMWs seem to combine refinement with performance, this car does the same, with a bit more raw feeling, less cush. If you are even thinking about a BMW, or one of the many alternative, do not let the A3 slip your list, this car is great! Its like play toy that has all the creature comforts you could want.

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  Quattro for life - 2008 Audi A3
  By Quattro rocks. - February 4 - 10:42 pm

  Bullet fast. Sticks to the road like glue. Modern interior design. Awesome sound system. Torque and horsepower to spare. Quattro all wheel drive. This car is worth every penny, and is truly a drivers car. The A3 3.2 is a total blast to drive. Spent the better part of 1 year comparing the A3 3.2 Quattro to the IS 250 AWD, Infiniti G35, Acura TL, and the BMW 325xi. The Audi is the thinking mans BMW, whatever that means. Gas mileage not all that great, but nobody buys a 250 hp v6 for the gas mileage... you buy it for the big grin it puts on your face when you hammer the throttle. I love this car, go buy one now!

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  Buy this car now. - 2008 Audi A3
  By Quattro for life. - January 27 - 2:43 am

  Great car. Drivers car. Not floaty like IS 250 or G35. Very responsive, fast, engine has a very nice growl to it. Quattro is unmatched, do the research. 3.2 liter engine + Quattro = 0-60 in 5.9 at least. Tons of great standard options such as autodimming mirrors, bose upgraded audio system, rain sensing wipers. I love this car.

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  Just bought this car and its a blast! - 2008 Audi A3
  By John and Janette - December 26 - 3:54 pm

  We came on the lot looking for an A4 and drove off with this one instead. The baseline A3 is pretty boring, but the S-Line is amazing! The Blue Sky package makes this car look very unique. Also got Sirius radio with the Bose audio package. The sound couldnt be any more clear. Well follow-up if anything bad happens, but so far so awesome! If you go to Audi of Tysons Corner, make sure you ask for Ron! Very cool guy and extremely low intensity.

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  Fun and Thrilling to Drive - 2008 Audi A3
  By jphsilon - December 19 - 6:12 pm

  Just a little time with this car, but it has proven to be an excellent upgrade from my typical conservative Japanese sedan class of cars that I have driven for years. Fun, sporty, economical (best gas mileage in the class) and the engine and transmission are amazing.

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  Great so far! - 2008 Audi A3
  By txbosoxfan - August 8 - 1:51 pm

  Had the car a little more than 3 weeks. 2.0T w/ S-Line. Test drove the 3.2 but it felt too heavy with the 6 cyl. and quattro. Plenty of kick in the 4 cyl. The S Tronic shifters are responsive and addictive.