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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 | $5,653 | $5,198 | $4,597 | $4,980 | |
KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.3 | 3.6 | N/A | |
Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.1 | |
Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | City 29/Hwy 37/Comb 32 MPG | City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG | City 16/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG | |
Fuel Type | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Gas | |
Safety Rating | N/A | N/A | 4.0 | N/A | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
Horsepower | 250 @ 6300 RPM | 140 @ 4000 RPM | 170 @ 5600 RPM | 280 @ 6200 RPM | |
Engine | V6, 3.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |