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2012 Audi A3 Review
By KBB.com Editorial StaffIf you are looking for a vehicle that mixes practicality with dynamic handling, the 2012 Audi A3 will fit the bill. While there are several sensible alternatives including the Volkswagen GTI and Lexus
At first glance, the 2012 Audi A3's near-$30,000 base price may appear attractive, however, Audi's pricing structure and abundance of options can swiftly inflate the A3's price well into the mid-$30s.
Despite 2012 being in the final year of its current lifecycle, the A3 continues to deliver a desirable balance of comfortable ride and sharp handling. The Servotronic speed-sensitive power steering is appropriately communicative, while the 4-wheel independent suspension is both predictable and controlled. Opting for the sport suspension and 18-inch wheels will add an insignificant amount of harshness to the A3's otherwise composed ride. Regardless of your preference for manual shifting, we recommend you experience Audi's S tronic dual-clutch au
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why ads?2012 Audi A3 Consumer Reviews
Based on 120 Ratings for the 2006 - 2012 models.
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Loved it at first. Fun to drive.
By Crystall (CA) on Monday, August 27, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 53,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Fun to drive- esp in mountains."
Cons: "Transmission; dealers won't fix Real problem"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 2
"Love the handling; great acceleration; balanced & attractively unique. Transmission started jerking between 1st and 2nd gear. Dealer said he'd _____ it. This game went on for 2+ years. Took car to a different dealer in a city 300 miles away. Same run-around. Now that it's "out of warranty","
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Good on gas, fun to drive
By Tformers1 (PA) on Friday, April 13, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 60,000
overall rating 8 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Fun n sporty"
Cons: "Turbo lag and maintenance cost"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8
"Bought this car used as my daily driver. its a fun car to drive the Fwd did great in pa 09-10 snow. I've been pulled over from other audi drivers to look at this car. I've added audi's ground effects kit and larger spoiler with audi's ECU upgrade ( done by audi with 4yr warranty) for better performance which has no turbo lag and better throttle response . Have had no issues since ive had the car but be prepared for the cost of owning ( ie; brakes, tires and overall upkeep) a german car. Overall a sporty,fun, nice interior and great handling car."
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