New Audi A3 cars for sale

Running Costs

With prices starting on the wrong side of £20,000, the A3 Cabriolet is far from cheap, but we expect it to hold its value well. The petrol engines both average almost 40mpg, while the 2.0 diesel manages 53.3mpg and the 1.9 diesel 55.4mpg. Other running costs shouldn't break the bank.

A3 Hatchback

The seats are supportive and there's a wide range of adjustment to help the driver get comfortable. However, taller people may find that the strut on the centre console digs into their left knee. The dashboard layout is a bit fussy, too, so it's tricky to tell some of the buttons apart at a glance.

Running Costs

The A3 is marketed as a prestige hatch, but it's hard to justify the price premium over the closely related Volkswagen Golf; the five-door Sportback costs more again. On the positive side, strong desirability means residual values are solid, and running costs are competitive.