Expert Reviews from Around the Web
We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 5 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2010 audi a3 Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Audi A3 2.0Ts sold in California and California-emissions states meet the more stringent PZEV tailpipe emissions standards. Fuel economy estimates for the A3 TDI are 30/42/34. Safety: The 2010 Audi A3 follows in the footsteps of the rest of the Audi line by offering a full complement of safety features that includes front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, antilock brakes and stability control. Seat-mounted side airbags for rear passengers are optional. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the A3 its highest score of "Good" in frontal-offset and side-impact... |
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2010 Audi A3 TDI — Flash DriveSource: MSN Autos...It also featured 18-inch titanium optic wheels, sport suspension, leather-Alcantara sport seats, black grille surround and piano black interior trim. The low-end torque of the 2.0 TDI combined with the S-Tronic transmission deliver plenty of power to put the A3 on par with its gasoline-powered counterpart. It gives up a little high-end horsepower, but the crisp, agile handling remains, making the A3 TDI a green machine that a driving enthusiast can love. –Mike MeredithThis A3 proves that you don't have to purchase a small, underpowered econobox to get good fuel economy. Equipped with the... |
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2010 Audi A3 OverviewSource: CarGurus...such as leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and aluminum trim. Dual-zone climate control, cruise control, keyless entry, and one-touch power windows also come standard. The front seats on the A3 2.0T Premium remain manually adjustable, although the Premium Plus package adds an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat with four-way power lumbar support. The Premium Plus package also adds interior illumination and a storage system in the cargo area with side pockets, floor tie-downs, and bag hangers. A 10-speaker, 140-watt AM/FM audio system with Sirius satellite radio, an MP3... |
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2010 Audi A3 Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...I had no difficulty switching between the stereo system's XM Satellite Radio and CD player. The gauges are white on black, with red needles. That red is echoed in the display screens for the audio system and climate control. In the backseat, space is also limited, but there's just enough legroom for adults. My boys and I liked the fold-down armrest with cupholders that pop out of it and a covered storage bin for small items. We enjoyed it less when getting buckled up because it had to be folded away so my guys could see where to buckle. The cargo area comes with a removable hard cover that... |
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2010 Audi A3 Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The available Open Sky two-section glass sunroof includes separate blinds to keep the interior from overheating and to guard against the sun's glare. Standard dual-zone automatic climate control Optional black headliner and shiny piano-black accents Sirius Satellite Radio standard Standard leather seating surfaces Standard auxiliary audio input Wood trim optional Under the Hood Audi's turbocharged 2.0T gas four-cylinder produces 200 horsepower and 207 pounds-feet of torque. Gas models can have a six-speed manual gearbox or the S tronic automatic with a manual-shift mode and front- or... |
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Audi A3 Related News
2010-12 Audi A3 TDI Recalled For Fuel Line Fire Risk
Audi's latest recall of the 2012-2012 A3 TDI is unusual, not in that it's a diesel or an Audi, but because of the reason: an odd confluence of engine RPM and fuel line... October 6, 2011 by Nelson Ireson
2013 Audi S3 Hatchback Spy Shots
Our spy photographers have captured for the first time a prototype of the next-generation Audi S3, which is expected to join the new 2013 Audi A3 lineup late next year. The... August 22, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2012 Audi Q3 Enters Production In Spain
Audi's Q3 has been a long time coming--we caught spy shots of it, learned it would be built in Spain by Seat, and even chased reports that it would eventually head to the... June 7, 2011 by Nelson Ireson 1
Audi A3 Sedan e-tron Concept: 2011 Shanghai Auto Show
Audi has already given us a preview of its next-generation 2013 A3, as well as a future electrified e-tron variant using the shell of the current model. Now the automaker has... April 19, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Next-Gen Audi A3 Will Feature Six Different Powertrain Types
Audi’s next-generation A3 is scheduled to hit showrooms in the second half of next year, in both sedan and hatchback bodystyles, and depending on which market you live... April 12, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 3
Why should I also consider these?
If you're in the market for a wagonlike vehicle with sporting pretensions and can spend $30,000, there are some interesting choices outside of the 2009 Audi A3.
The 2010 Audi A3 doesn’t have a lot of competition in the U.S.
market.
The BMW 3-Series wagon—especially the fuel-efficient 335d—is one possibility, but it’s much more expensive.
The Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen is another alternative; it’s actually roomier inside and has a better ride, though it’s not nearly as sporty as the A3.
The Infiniti EX is either a crossover vehicle or tall wagon, depending on how you see it.
It has all-wheel drive as an option, but the base car is a rear-driver spun from the hot-handling G35 sedan, one of our favorite luxury sport sedans.
Yet another option would be the Acura RDX, a crossover that’s powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
The RDX has a roomier and better-appointed interior, but it doesn’t offer any fuel-efficient engine choices to rival the A3 TDI.
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