I love this guy compared to most car review people! He doesn't down the diesels, he encourages them!!!! I love my mom's Jetta TDI so much. She averages 42-46 combined and I've hit 58 mpg highway as my record fuel economy. No Pruis can hit over 40 easily unless you abuse city driving for the numbers, and it will never beat a diesel in performance.
@@AudiDstay We have one and they’re great. 15 tdi premium plus with basically every option but the sport package. Not hiccups with the engine but had to get a wheel speed sensor replaced and the center vents stopped blowing but other than that it’s been great
I was looking for a good, thorough review of the A3 diesel, and you NAILED it, buddy. A great looking little Audi. The mileage of the diesel that you're getting is absolutely phenomenal ! 30 mpg in the city??? 45 hwy??? Nice! Thanks for your efforts.
Great review as usual! I'm not sure if this applies to the a3, but in my a5, if you press in the drivers temperature knob, the passenger temp syncs up with it. I found it though a list of "easter eggs".
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I have the same car minus the sport seats/paddle shifters. It's a great car, but Audi needs to design a few things more friendly for the driver. I am 5'10" tall. complaint #1 is the heater controls. They are a long reach to make adjustments, to the point that my shoulder gets slightly hyper-extended to reach them, or I have to reach forward. Controls should never be a reach, but a very simply touch with the raising of your arm/hands and fingers. Complaint #2 is the front seats: the base, where you sit is too short from your lowerback/hip to the front under your thigh leaving ill support to the underside of your thigh (kinda making it feel like your seated on a bench as apposed to a couch). This can be remedied with the purchase of the sport seats. Complaint #3, the computer dash display (driver information system) AND the MMI display does not have a memory. Say you select the dash display (the one in the center of the gauges that shows mileage, fuel economy, etc, or whatever you wish for it to display so you only see the speedo and tach) once you turn off the car, it reverts back to the standard display being shown with all the data. Same with the MMI. You select radio presets for instance as apposed to the entire list of stations available. Once the engine is turned off then turned back on, it reverts to standard radio. Lastly (at least for the moment) as usual with VW and Audi, the tilt steering wheel needs more "down" positions than "up". I could not even imagine a person say well over 6 feet tall having to push that seat all the way back and the steering wheel would be even further from the driver's thighs. I remember the day where cars in the 70's and 80's you could just about have that steering wheel laying in your lap. ...Oh and the accelerator pedal is very heavy
You can sync the dual zone climate control. Hold down the auto button for a couple of seconds and the temp with the left knob. Well it did in the base model they gave me whilst my A4 was in service.
We are now in 2020. I am looking for a used car that is small, reliable, has decent power and is classy. What do you think about this car as a 5 year old used car?
Pong Pong Piano Yup. I just bought my 2018 a few weeks ago and to look that up in the manual. I figured out how to turn on the side mirror heaters too. ☺️
+peeledback why not? because they cheated on some data? This doesn't change the fact that this is a premium car, it is safe and you will be happy for years with one of them.
You CAN sync the two clime zone by pressing and holding the Auto button for a couple of seconds. It's true it is not obvious at all and it took some frustrating tries until finding out.
Another quality review as we've come to expect from you, Sofyan. Any thoughts on the long-term reliability surrounding these complex common rail diesels that VAG's currently using? Their previous pumpe düse designes weren't known for being overly reliable and the long-term (10+ years) durability of the TDI concerns me a bit. Will the fact that VAG uses a timing belt for more precise fuel combustion in this engine generation add to additional maintenance worries down the line too?
So just out of curiosity, I read something that you would have to drive a diesel vehicle for at least 80-100 thousand miles from new to offset the upcharge of the Diesel engine vs an unleaded as well as the more expensive fuel price in North America and make it financially a better choice. Anyone know if this true?
Two of the major costs of car ownership are fuel and depreciation. In the U.S., diesel is comparable to premium gasoline prices (your alternative for any other Audi). If you consider resale value, the TDI would be a smart choice as it holds value especially well and you get better mpg in the meantime. If you are leasing (with little chance of having equity at the end of the lease term), then you should weigh the difference in fuel costs between the two motors offered (base on the number of miles you drive) vs the difference in monthly lease payment.
I love the torque of diesel engine, but the problem is the price of diesel. It's almost a dollar more than regular unleaded gas. I think because of that reason people don't really buy them.
Only in the U.S. it is like that though. Much of Europe diesel fuel is less expensive than gas. Apparently because of supply and demand. So the more people buy diesel vehicles the lower diesel fuel will cost.
SlipknotMaggot0526 theproweb No, diesel has tax incentives through much of Europe, which makes it much cheaper to operate. With that said, they're likely going to take those incentives away as opinions about diesel changes due to the smog problems created by diesel. www.autoblog.com/2015/02/02/uk-admits-supporting-diesel-cars-was-wrong-decisi/ www.bloomberg.com/bw/articles/2014-06-05/london-leads-eu-in-car-pollution-diesel-fuel-blamed www.autoblog.com/2014/12/01/france-moves-to-ban-diesel/ Also, gasoline preference is not just a US thing, most nations with strict rules on NOx, high demands for the lowerest sulfur diesel, and with few incentives to lower diesel operating costs, prefer gasoline in light vehicles. Eg: Japan and Australia largely buy gasoline for passenger cars like the US.
Geragosian "diesel has tax incentives" weren't based on fuel but other running costs like road taxes etc. In Europe diesel and gasoline are similarily taxed. In the US though there are more taxes on diesel that's why it's more expensive. PS. There's very high demand on low sulphur diesel in Europe.
Mr Redline, I was wondering if you had any plans on reviewing the Infiniti Q50? Thnx. Love you reviews. I left "Everyman Driver" to watch you & TFL for car reviews. Keep up the good professional work!
I'm curious, how do you compare the overall driving experience between the Audi A3 and the Mazda3 s Grand Touring? I'm in the market for a new car, and I really want all of the premium features and especially the technology features (particularly adaptive cruise control, which is a must-have for me). The price is not really an issue; for me it's more about having a good driving experience that has as few compromises as possible. How would you characterize the driving experience of both cars? Which one is sportier, which one is more comfortable for long drives, which one handles better, which one feels quicker, etc.?
We have a diesel convertible version of this car here in the UK also in Scuba Blue, my BMW I series M Sport 2l diesel convertible will have a rest later this week as the Audi does the South of France this year
Reviews are really well done. I bought by CTS VSport partially based on your review. But PLEASE. Replace that camera mount that keeps shaking and "clicking"! Takes away from the "premium" reviews you are attempting to produce. Thanks for everything.
For all the hate they get from Americans, there is nothing quite like a well built German car. This Audi looks the part, even for its size. The big downside is the price and the expensive maintenance. It's probably better to lease rather than buy.
I was beginning not to like your reviews you've been putting out because of the indoor filming but to be honest this review was excellent. Good job my friend! Or soyfan bae as many call you lol
I eagerly await your review & comment on the A3 E-tron seeing as the A3 TDI is now pretty much discontinued in North America. I didn't care much for this TDI model (probably because it is transplanted from the Golf & Jetta?) but the Plug-in E-tron is intriguing.
surprised how low the mpg is, i have never seen my 2006 2.0 tdi do below about 40mpg and that was with me thrashing it around single track roads up hills etc. is it because the roads in america are grid system or something?
Wonderful video, I follow you since many months ago, I would love if you could put the price on the video like the beginning engine price and price as tested
***** The A3 interior is more attractive than the ILX but I think the new '16 ILX is a better value and certainly more reliable after the warranty ends. To get adaptive CC, lane assist, etc. you're looking at Prestige line packages which is only available in NA Audi's top trim. The A3 counters with more upscale optional appointments like power folding mirrors, a Houdini-like hidden nav screen, panoramic sunroof, leather seats with thigh extensions and LED ambient lighting that Acura lacks. As a commuter, the ILX wins in the transmission dept, as the DCT (S-tronic) 6-speed slightly lurches about in stop-and-go rush hour traffic, while the 8-speed DCT in the Acura has a torque converter to offer noticeably smoother delivery. Maintenance on the Audi S-tronic DCT like VW's DSG is every 40k and will set you back about $300-400 while the Acura DCT is good for 100k. For more efficient commuting, the ILX also has better gas mileage over the 2.0 TSI, Slurpee-capable upholders, multi-view rear camera, visor extenders and seating memory which are not available on any A3. Then again for inclement conditions the AWD on the 2.0 TSI may come in handy, and the A3 ride quality and interior noise levels at speed both better the Acura. Smaller turning radius and shorter overall length with the A3 both help in tight urban conditions. For audio with only 15 minutes' listening, I consider ELS surround and Bang + Olufsen offerings to be a wash. Initial fit and finish is also superior on the Audi but longer-term durability sides with the non-turbo Acura. So yeah, I can't decide either...
It's weird that this Audi does not come with push button start and rear view camera on the base model ($30k), while many cheaper cars ($20k) already have those features.
waruilewi So what's your point? We never mention the driving dynamics between the A3 and the Mazda. We were saying the $30k+ don't even have push button start and rear view camera, while a $23k Mazda3 has both. Plus, the Mazda3 is the most fun to drive car in its class. The A3 is not in even in this class. I would get the Mazda3 over the A3 anyday.
The only question is whether to go for the Golf 7 TDI or the A3 TDI. The CLA and ILX Aren't even worth considering - they focus on the entry part of entry level luxury.
Diesel is better overall. gasoline with time damage the valves and hoses. diesel last forever and had a lot of torque... petro is shit for those Ricers...
Here in colorado in winters if you forget to plug in diesel you are going no where bro... Diesel gels up pretty quick here... My neighbors own Audi Q7 TDI 2013... He Got stranded twice this weekend..
What are you talking about lol diesels put out less than gas hybrids Idk nut there slow as shit the black smoke aka diesels is actually better than emissions out of a gas engine diesels last a lot long than gassers because there less parts.
Hybrids actually are a lot worse for the environment than diesel engines. The materials for the batteries are shipped across causing an enviromental mess and the electric energie used for hybrids usually comes from nuclear power plants or coal plant which also is bad. Over all hybrids put out a lot more emissions that diesel or gas cars.
Ok look, people buy hybrids to save money on gas. If someone bough a diesel than they would have to pay almost double on gas. Diesel gas cost a lot more than regular.
Steph Diesel isn't Gas. It isn't double either. On average, it is 30% more, with 40% better mileage. I bought mine to save money, and so far I have. I don't have to worry about all those batteries I'm throwing away when the car is dead. I don't charge it with coal and don't worry about energy waste from the distance of the power plant to me either.
Doesn't owning a diesel save lots of money on fuel economy and cost depreciation? Glanced over two comments that savings are negligible yet I am staring at a peer-reviewed study at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute based on 36 months of data. Are they way off?
Arthur E. Michalak This Michigan review based much of their research on ESTIMATED miles per gallon and limited the review to three to four year ownership. While the three to four year ownership is close to an American average (five years), it leads me to wonder if Americans own a car for five years because the car needs major mechanical work by them, or are they bored? There is an error while using estimated mileage reports for cars. Because, most folks report much higher mileage than the sticker says on the diesel engines. My 2 liter said I'd get 36 on the HWY, but after 120,000 miles, I am still getting 40. In the city, it said 28, but I get 35. I drive my car like I stole it too. I do believe the Michigan study is skewed. Here is my data. My operating (not purchase) budget for a fleet of 6 midsize cars was 52 cents per mile per car over five years. When I swapped to Jetta TDI, this price dropped to 38 cents per mile per car over the last six years. that savings is massive! And I will keep this fleet 50% longer, saving the cost of purchase.
Diesels aren't enthusiast cars.Diesels are cars for people who know that Hybrids are a gimmick and actually know something about cars.Stop saying it's an enthusiast car.
My buddy owned a 2013 Audi Q5 after about 60,000 miles the engine startex to make a weird noise. Took to the dealer found out one of the piston fail. Iv been a Lexus owner and always will be.
Since when has diesel become a symbol of an enthusiast's powerplant? Give me a break. It's economical on the highway, but its extremely narrow powerband is anything but enthusiasm inducing. Rev it up, and it's as enthusiastic as grandpa with bronchitis.
mountainhobo Says one who doesn't own a diesel. I only own diesel, one of which is this same 2.0. My 2 liter produces over 180 HP and 295 ft/lbs of torque with an average 35 city, 41 HWY, 37 combined mileage. I have driven it in over a dozen countries and love it.
mountainhobo I'm just saying, when I set my cruise at 120 MPH, it felt more enthusiastic than a grandpa with bronchitis. I have fallen in love with the diesel sound.
well, diesel has a lot of advantage or disadvantage. unfortunately, if you want to buy real diesel, German car is only choice for the best. there are lots of people driving diesel around the world excepting US, Canada, or Russia. relatively diesel fuel is cheaper than gas excepting US or Canada. you guys are not familiar with diesel car anyway. that's why people has bias. of course, diesel car should be taken care well if you don't want to break it down. diesel even clean diesel euro6 whatever. diesel is just diesel. costing on maintenance is way more than gas. engine oil is twice. even transmission oil is more. glow plug is expensive than general spark plug as well. it's also carbon nightmare if you don't care. you should clean intake injector whatever for period of time. it's hassle. basically, diesel car is normally expensive than gas car.
I love this guy compared to most car review people! He doesn't down the diesels, he encourages them!!!! I love my mom's Jetta TDI so much. She averages 42-46 combined and I've hit 58 mpg highway as my record fuel economy. No Pruis can hit over 40 easily unless you abuse city driving for the numbers, and it will never beat a diesel in performance.
Thank you for this review. Years later I'm looking at a used one, and your video is still very relevant.
"Diesels are grunters" 1 minute later.. "they're not grunters" lol
you can sync the dual climate control by holding the auto button down for 3-4 seconds
5 YEARS LATE TO THE PARTY. Never mind i just bought my first a3
Hows the A3 held up? And is it a TDI? Im in the market for one for sure!
@@AudiDstay We have one and they’re great. 15 tdi premium plus with basically every option but the sport package. Not hiccups with the engine but had to get a wheel speed sensor replaced and the center vents stopped blowing but other than that it’s been great
I was looking for a good, thorough review of the A3 diesel, and you NAILED it, buddy.
A great looking little Audi. The mileage of the diesel that you're getting is absolutely phenomenal ! 30 mpg in the city??? 45 hwy??? Nice! Thanks for your efforts.
Great review as usual! I'm not sure if this applies to the a3, but in my a5, if you press in the drivers temperature knob, the passenger temp syncs up with it. I found it though a list of "easter eggs".
You can sync the aircon by holding the Auto button in for more than 4 seconds
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As an FYI, if you press and hold the auto button on the climate knob, it will sync the two temperatures! :)
I wish it offered awd .
I have the same car minus the sport seats/paddle shifters. It's a great car, but Audi needs to design a few things more friendly for the driver. I am 5'10" tall. complaint #1 is the heater controls. They are a long reach to make adjustments, to the point that my shoulder gets slightly hyper-extended to reach them, or I have to reach forward. Controls should never be a reach, but a very simply touch with the raising of your arm/hands and fingers. Complaint #2 is the front seats: the base, where you sit is too short from your lowerback/hip to the front under your thigh leaving ill support to the underside of your thigh (kinda making it feel like your seated on a bench as apposed to a couch). This can be remedied with the purchase of the sport seats. Complaint #3, the computer dash display (driver information system) AND the MMI display does not have a memory. Say you select the dash display (the one in the center of the gauges that shows mileage, fuel economy, etc, or whatever you wish for it to display so you only see the speedo and tach) once you turn off the car, it reverts back to the standard display being shown with all the data. Same with the MMI. You select radio presets for instance as apposed to the entire list of stations available. Once the engine is turned off then turned back on, it reverts to standard radio. Lastly (at least for the moment) as usual with VW and Audi, the tilt steering wheel needs more "down" positions than "up". I could not even imagine a person say well over 6 feet tall having to push that seat all the way back and the steering wheel would be even further from the driver's thighs. I remember the day where cars in the 70's and 80's you could just about have that steering wheel laying in your lap. ...Oh and the accelerator pedal is very heavy
To sync both temperatures in climate control system is press and hold the auto button and the temperature will be the same
This generation A3, the 8V, is the best generation for this car by far. Design and looks are flawless.
You can sync the dual zone climate control. Hold down the auto button for a couple of seconds and the temp with the left knob. Well it did in the base model they gave me whilst my A4 was in service.
We are now in 2020. I am looking for a used car that is small, reliable, has decent power and is classy. What do you think about this car as a 5 year old used car?
This is the aim for my first proper car. I just have a vaxuhall corsa at the moment. A car which probably no american has heard of.
Really wanted to see a review of the 2.0 engine with AWD
We'll be sure to review that model separately :)
Hold the "AUTO" AC button, both temperature will be in sync
Pong Pong Piano
Yup. I just bought my 2018 a few weeks ago and to look that up in the manual. I figured out how to turn on the side mirror heaters too. ☺️
there is nothing ever cheap about any audi
I wish we had TDI sportback.
+Han Chen not anymore!
+peeledback why not? because they cheated on some data? This doesn't change the fact that this is a premium car, it is safe and you will be happy for years with one of them.
My biggest gripe with this trim is the fact you cannot specify a TDI motor with Audi's signature quattro AWD. That is kind of a deal breaker for me.
*****
That's what I said. A pity good MPGs and AWD are mutually exclusive.
You CAN sync the two clime zone by pressing and holding the Auto button for a couple of seconds. It's true it is not obvious at all and it took some frustrating tries until finding out.
I just got this car you could sync temp by hold the temp button for 3 second. Other than that great vid
Do you notice the scrollbar on the left side of MMI screen when turning that wheel? Since it's on the left, going upward means clockwise. Logical.
Love the way this car shifts
Another quality review as we've come to expect from you, Sofyan. Any thoughts on the long-term reliability surrounding these complex common rail diesels that VAG's currently using? Their previous pumpe düse designes weren't known for being overly reliable and the long-term (10+ years) durability of the TDI concerns me a bit. Will the fact that VAG uses a timing belt for more precise fuel combustion in this engine generation add to additional maintenance worries down the line too?
Great review..what kind of music do you use for your intro?
A lot of people buy hybrids for carpool lane access. Low emissions are a huge selling point for people in California.
Great review s! I just got one and love it ! Traded in my 2009 gti this car is stil very fun to drive ! And with an msrp around 33ish great buy!
I think...press the temperature button for 2 sec., both side temperature will sync.
So just out of curiosity, I read something that you would have to drive a diesel vehicle for at least 80-100 thousand miles from new to offset the upcharge of the Diesel engine vs an unleaded as well as the more expensive fuel price in North America and make it financially a better choice. Anyone know if this true?
Two of the major costs of car ownership are fuel and depreciation. In the U.S., diesel is comparable to premium gasoline prices (your alternative for any other Audi). If you consider resale value, the TDI would be a smart choice as it holds value especially well and you get better mpg in the meantime. If you are leasing (with little chance of having equity at the end of the lease term), then you should weigh the difference in fuel costs between the two motors offered (base on the number of miles you drive) vs the difference in monthly lease payment.
I enjoy your reviews very much. I'm in the planning stage of purchasing a new car. Do you plan to review the Audi s5?
I love the torque of diesel engine, but the problem is the price of diesel. It's almost a dollar more than regular unleaded gas. I think because of that reason people don't really buy them.
I 2nd
Only in the U.S. it is like that though. Much of Europe diesel fuel is less expensive than gas. Apparently because of supply and demand. So the more people buy diesel vehicles the lower diesel fuel will cost.
SlipknotMaggot0526 Isn't diesel taxed more in the US? At least that's what I heard.
SlipknotMaggot0526 theproweb
No, diesel has tax incentives through much of Europe, which makes it much cheaper to operate. With that said, they're likely going to take those incentives away as opinions about diesel changes due to the smog problems created by diesel.
www.autoblog.com/2015/02/02/uk-admits-supporting-diesel-cars-was-wrong-decisi/
www.bloomberg.com/bw/articles/2014-06-05/london-leads-eu-in-car-pollution-diesel-fuel-blamed
www.autoblog.com/2014/12/01/france-moves-to-ban-diesel/
Also, gasoline preference is not just a US thing, most nations with strict rules on NOx, high demands for the lowerest sulfur diesel, and with few incentives to lower diesel operating costs, prefer gasoline in light vehicles. Eg: Japan and Australia largely buy gasoline for passenger cars like the US.
Geragosian "diesel has tax incentives" weren't based on fuel but other running costs like road taxes etc. In Europe diesel and gasoline are similarily taxed. In the US though there are more taxes on diesel that's why it's more expensive.
PS. There's very high demand on low sulphur diesel in Europe.
Mr Redline, I was wondering if you had any plans on reviewing the Infiniti Q50? Thnx. Love you reviews. I left "Everyman Driver" to watch you & TFL for car reviews. Keep up the good professional work!
I'm curious, how do you compare the overall driving experience between the Audi A3 and the Mazda3 s Grand Touring? I'm in the market for a new car, and I really want all of the premium features and especially the technology features (particularly adaptive cruise control, which is a must-have for me). The price is not really an issue; for me it's more about having a good driving experience that has as few compromises as possible. How would you characterize the driving experience of both cars? Which one is sportier, which one is more comfortable for long drives, which one handles better, which one feels quicker, etc.?
What do you think about the haldex quattro on the gas models vs. the torsen quattro on the bigger Audis?
We have a diesel convertible version of this car here in the UK also in Scuba Blue, my BMW I series M Sport 2l diesel convertible will have a rest later this week as the Audi does the South of France this year
Reviews are really well done. I bought by CTS VSport partially based on your review. But PLEASE. Replace that camera mount that keeps shaking and "clicking"! Takes away from the "premium" reviews you are attempting to produce. Thanks for everything.
Which one would you really perfer? This model or a base A4
Oil burners ftw!
Forester review please. And please cover the safety features in depth
For all the hate they get from Americans, there is nothing quite like a well built German car. This Audi looks the part, even for its size. The big downside is the price and the expensive maintenance. It's probably better to lease rather than buy.
I was beginning not to like your reviews you've been putting out because of the indoor filming but to be honest this review was excellent. Good job my friend! Or soyfan bae as many call you lol
Who has over 140k miles? What issues have you encountered?
Nice car, only issue I have with it is the size and features of a fully loaded genesis compared to it. Really puts that price into perspective then
Can you do a Pontiac g8 review? Thanks
i like this car model so much
In the later model last gen ones you could get quarto all wheel drive and the Diesel engine as well (not at the same time the deisel was fwd)
Get a KermaTDI tune on this car and it will turn into a BEAST!
Wish the A3 TDI's could be had in a manual..
Strange you can't get Quattro with the diesel. Other wise the A3 is a beautiful car and totally worth the money!
I eagerly await your review & comment on the A3 E-tron seeing as the A3 TDI is now pretty much discontinued in North America. I didn't care much for this TDI model (probably because it is transplanted from the Golf & Jetta?) but the Plug-in E-tron is intriguing.
Please try to finally review the CLA! We've been waiting for long...thanks!
surprised how low the mpg is, i have never seen my 2006 2.0 tdi do below about 40mpg and that was with me thrashing it around single track roads up hills etc. is it because the roads in america are grid system or something?
VW Golf TDi is still better imo if you compare the price with the A3... Can't say the golf isn't premium feeling either
+Vlad Saghin The Golf looks beautiful with the Aluminium trim. Has a very good touchscreen too if people prefer that.
Wonderful video, I follow you since many months ago, I would love if you could put the price on the video like the beginning engine price and price as tested
Just got a Auddi for the first time and it's probably going to be the last... HATE😤 the engine noise
Will be interesting to compare the FWD Audi A3 vs. the Jetta TDI on which it is based on!
Will the hatchback only offer the hybrid power train
Would you choose Audi A3 over the Acura ILX (newest model) with similar specs? Thanks.
We'd go with the A3 Quattro model over the ILX simply because we love the interior and AWD of the Audi versus the ILX.
***** The A3 interior is more attractive than the ILX but I think the new '16 ILX is a better value and certainly more reliable after the warranty ends. To get adaptive CC, lane assist, etc. you're looking at Prestige line packages which is only available in NA Audi's top trim. The A3 counters with more upscale optional appointments like power folding mirrors, a Houdini-like hidden nav screen, panoramic sunroof, leather seats with thigh extensions and LED ambient lighting that Acura lacks. As a commuter, the ILX wins in the transmission dept, as the DCT (S-tronic) 6-speed slightly lurches about in stop-and-go rush hour traffic, while the 8-speed DCT in the Acura has a torque converter to offer noticeably smoother delivery. Maintenance on the Audi S-tronic DCT like VW's DSG is every 40k and will set you back about $300-400 while the Acura DCT is good for 100k. For more efficient commuting, the ILX also has better gas mileage over the 2.0 TSI, Slurpee-capable upholders, multi-view rear camera, visor extenders and seating memory which are not available on any A3. Then again for inclement conditions the AWD on the 2.0 TSI may come in handy, and the A3 ride quality and interior noise levels at speed both better the Acura. Smaller turning radius and shorter overall length with the A3 both help in tight urban conditions. For audio with only 15 minutes' listening, I consider ELS surround and Bang + Olufsen offerings to be a wash. Initial fit and finish is also superior on the Audi but longer-term durability sides with the non-turbo Acura. So yeah, I can't decide either...
No one really likes Acura 😕 all around = nope
Great thoughtful review. Thanks.
If you hold the auto button for just a little bit the air with sink
Is this more like GTD or just Golf TDI?
didn't the 1st gen audi a3 come with a 3.2 drive train too?
It's weird that this Audi does not come with push button start and rear view camera on the base model ($30k), while many cheaper cars ($20k) already have those features.
Cheaper cars are feature cars, not quality ones.
My dad bought my mom a CRV EXL for Christmas las year, and my aunt who owns a 2013 lexus RX said it feels almost as luxurious as her car.
AManWithAPlan4 Agree. Same thing for the new Mazda3 GT, almost as luxury as the entry level luxury class.
vader11111 The driving dynamics on the Madza 3 can't compare to the Audi A3, drive both at speed and you'll know.
waruilewi So what's your point? We never mention the driving dynamics between the A3 and the Mazda. We were saying the $30k+ don't even have push button start and rear view camera, while a $23k Mazda3 has both. Plus, the Mazda3 is the most fun to drive car in its class. The A3 is not in even in this class. I would get the Mazda3 over the A3 anyday.
Can you review the 2015 cla from mb?
This a buick verano or a acura ilx?
The only question is whether to go for the Golf 7 TDI or the A3 TDI. The CLA and ILX Aren't even worth considering - they focus on the entry part of entry level luxury.
A3. Better resale value, brand recognition, better infotainment and overall quality is probably better.
What about the 1.8t engine?
Do a 8th gen Civic SI review please
He should review the infinity q-50.
This is actually a third generation. The first generation (1996-2003) A3 was never brought to the United States.
Sofyan can you test audi a6 please
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My 2016 A3 if you press and hold the auto button, it will sync the temps.
I need a review of the Jeep Grand Cherokee; not sure why Chrysler hasn't released that to you
Jeez I have power folding mirrors on my Kia Rio - and it's not even the SX model...
Diesel is better overall. gasoline with time damage the valves and hoses. diesel last forever and had a lot of torque... petro is shit for those Ricers...
please review the VW Jetta.
I would take the Acura ILX over this since I'm actually getting more for my money plus the resale value will be better as well...
The resale value for a diesel will hardly go down as much as a gas car. 10 year old TDI VW's can still be $4000+ and most likely more for a TDI Audi.
Your are the kind of guy that prefer a casio over a rolex lol.
maseratiquattroport Thats Right! Audi=Rolex ,Casio=Acura
how can you say that? an Acura is the lg version of smart phones hahahaha. Audi= iPhone 6+ Acura=lg
Brian Vtec good choice, that baby loves to rev
how much do these go for? I don't like the AC vents, they look cheap but other than that it's looks nice.
How many miles will that diesel run for?
Not much like the old ones but it will last like 200.000+
I actually don't like diesel cars much lol. I prefer turbocharged gasoline engines.
Obviously petrol Cars are better
S are you ever going to review the new gti? Good lord it's been out for a year? Lol
i like diesels but i dont want to get stranded in winters...... Cold starting a diesel is bit of a task
Was in the 80's.
Here in colorado in winters if you forget to plug in diesel you are going no where bro... Diesel gels up pretty quick here... My neighbors own Audi Q7 TDI 2013... He Got stranded twice this weekend..
Inderjit Singh With proper fuel and engine in good condition you shouldn't have problems to start at -20F (-30C).
yeah with antigel added to diesel its not a big deal...
Inderjit Singh I don't know about USA but here in Europe ia mandatory to sell winter diesel during the winter.
You can sync the climate control, just hold the 'auto' button down for about 3 seconds :)
What about emissions? Hybrids put out low emissions, and diesels aren't known for low emissions. Quite the opposite actually.
Yhe only problematic emission for diesels is NOx.
What are you talking about lol diesels put out less than gas hybrids Idk nut there slow as shit the black smoke aka diesels is actually better than emissions out of a gas engine diesels last a lot long than gassers because there less parts.
Hybrids actually are a lot worse for the environment than diesel engines. The materials for the batteries are shipped across causing an enviromental mess and the electric energie used for hybrids usually comes from nuclear power plants or coal plant which also is bad. Over all hybrids put out a lot more emissions that diesel or gas cars.
Kommentator Not also shipping but also lithium/nickel mining is extremely ditry, recycling is also very toxic and energy consuming.
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Other than the dash, the interior is identical to my 2006 Jetta TDI, plus at least my VW Jetta has memory settings for the seats.
The 1st gen came with a Diesel too 🙄
Ok look, people buy hybrids to save money on gas. If someone bough a diesel than they would have to pay almost double on gas. Diesel gas cost a lot more than regular.
Steph Diesel isn't Gas. It isn't double either. On average, it is 30% more, with 40% better mileage. I bought mine to save money, and so far I have. I don't have to worry about all those batteries I'm throwing away when the car is dead. I don't charge it with coal and don't worry about energy waste from the distance of the power plant to me either.
They are literally half the price in Europe
Doesn't owning a diesel save lots of money on fuel economy and cost depreciation? Glanced over two comments that savings are negligible yet I am staring at a peer-reviewed study at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute based on 36 months of data. Are they way off?
Arthur E. Michalak This Michigan review based much of their research on ESTIMATED miles per gallon and limited the review to three to four year ownership. While the three to four year ownership is close to an American average (five years), it leads me to wonder if Americans own a car for five years because the car needs major mechanical work by them, or are they bored?
There is an error while using estimated mileage reports for cars. Because, most folks report much higher mileage than the sticker says on the diesel engines. My 2 liter said I'd get 36 on the HWY, but after 120,000 miles, I am still getting 40. In the city, it said 28, but I get 35. I drive my car like I stole it too. I do believe the Michigan study is skewed.
Here is my data. My operating (not purchase) budget for a fleet of 6 midsize cars was 52 cents per mile per car over five years. When I swapped to Jetta TDI, this price dropped to 38 cents per mile per car over the last six years. that savings is massive! And I will keep this fleet 50% longer, saving the cost of purchase.
Diesels aren't enthusiast cars.Diesels are cars for people who know that Hybrids are a gimmick and actually know something about cars.Stop saying it's an enthusiast car.
My buddy owned a 2013 Audi Q5 after about 60,000 miles the engine startex to make a weird noise. Took to the dealer found out one of the piston fail. Iv been a Lexus owner and always will be.
The diesel Audi 's have these problem not often but rarely
I agree i love diesels.
Since when has diesel become a symbol of an enthusiast's powerplant? Give me a break. It's economical on the highway, but its extremely narrow powerband is anything but enthusiasm inducing. Rev it up, and it's as enthusiastic as grandpa with bronchitis.
mountainhobo Says one who doesn't own a diesel.
I only own diesel, one of which is this same 2.0. My 2 liter produces over 180 HP and 295 ft/lbs of torque with an average 35 city, 41 HWY, 37 combined mileage. I have driven it in over a dozen countries and love it.
47Driver I said "enthusiast", you quote highway mileage. Okay.
mountainhobo I'm just saying, when I set my cruise at 120 MPH, it felt more enthusiastic than a grandpa with bronchitis. I have fallen in love with the diesel sound.
Dash looks like two gigantic eyes over a weird face
well, diesel has a lot of advantage or disadvantage. unfortunately, if you want to buy real diesel, German car is only choice for the best. there are lots of people driving diesel around the world excepting US, Canada, or Russia. relatively diesel fuel is cheaper than gas excepting US or Canada. you guys are not familiar with diesel car anyway. that's why people has bias. of course, diesel car should be taken care well if you don't want to break it down. diesel even clean diesel euro6 whatever. diesel is just diesel. costing on maintenance is way more than gas. engine oil is twice. even transmission oil is more. glow plug is expensive than general spark plug as well. it's also carbon nightmare if you don't care. you should clean intake injector whatever for period of time. it's hassle. basically, diesel car is normally expensive than gas car.
get the Jetta GLS TDI
The A3 only come in automatic in USA hahaha