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Hungering for a European sports sedan like an Audi A4, BMW 3 Series or Mercedes-Benz C-Class, but can’t quite justify the expense? If so, the 2008 Audi A3’s taut handling, sophisticated design and hatchback versatility, at a price lower than those worthy machines, could make this car a keeper.
For some reason American buyers have not traditionally warmed to vehicles with a utilitarian four-door hatchback configuration. And if you are the type who buys vehicles for sheer size and interior room, other models will better satisfy you for the price.
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Price | $4,244 | $3,745 | $3,936 | $3,482 | |
Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 3.3 | |
Fuel Economy | City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 25 MPG | City 23/Hwy 30/Comb 26 MPG | City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | |
Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Flexible Fuel | Gas | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 | |
Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
Horsepower | N/A | 138 @ 6000 RPM | 155 @ 6100 RPM | 127 @ 5600 RPM | |
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |