Audi A3

In crowded European cities, small vehicles are popular because of their versatility, space saving, energy efficiency and nimble nature. These vehicles are not in America as well, but they are usually offered by the car manufacturers of luxury, because it is assumed that Americans associate with cheap small cars. A vehicle designed to break this tradition is the Audi A3.

Introduced a decade ago in Europe and brought to the United States in 2006, the A3 is the entry model for Audi in North America. Smaller and lighter than an A4 Avant Quattro 2.0T, the front-wheel drive Audi A3 is a strong argument for buying a sport is to negotiate Wagon, provided that it is easy on the options. And just because it is the entry model Audi does not mean the company is cutting corners on quality. The cabin design and materials meet the high demands of the Audi industry that moves everything goes well, with precision and looks and feels means topshelf has set.

The A3 is an alternative choice of luxury cars without the other makes a small gasoline engine in direct competition. This is a superior alternative to the mainstream sedan, a cheaper alternative to a luxury car regularly and clean burning diesel engine, an alternative solution for extremelyfuel hybrids. No matter how you look, however, the A3 offers the tastes of German Audi, technical excellence combined with the premium-class means.

The Audi A3 is in Premium and Premium Plus equipment levels. Slip inside and it is clear that the Audi A3 from the tradition of using premium materials in the cabin on. Real metal rings around the edge vents and audio controls are determined by the impact of sound and climate control dials accentuated the shift lever. Standard features include 10speaker the premium alloy wheels 17-inch dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seats and a sound system. Step to the Premium Plus and the list grows to include devices such as Xenon headlights, Bluetooth, and a power driver's seat. Key options include a navigation system, heated seats, sunroof shock and adaptation. But crazy on the options and a sticker on the A3 soon closer to uncomfortable levels.

The A3 is attractive with two engines, but very different. The first choice is made the traditional four-cylinder 2.0liter gasolinefueled turbo, 200 hp and 207 pound feet torque. The other is a 2.0liter turbo diesel four-cylinder (called TDI), which produces 140 hp and 236 lbft torque healthy. Even more impressive, there are 34 mpg combined.

Gasolinepowered A3 models are available either with front-wheel drive or allwheeldrive Audi Quattro system. The TDI is available only with front-wheel drive. Gas Models Front Wheel Drive, either with a manual transmission or Audi S tronic automatic sixspeed quick-shifting manual transmission are equipped dualclutch sixspeed. AWD models are limited and TDI S tronic transmission.

Like the rest of the lineup is the Audi A3 chassis of a good balance between sporty handling and a comfortable ride. The management has a great job of damping of vibrations and unwanted rebound, without wanting it, the sublime feedback enthusiast drivers. At the same time keeps the suspension of the Audi A3 buttoned without transmitting harsh road impacts on the cabin. The biggest drawback of the A3 is its small back seat to the lack of legroom makes a tight fit for adults.

The Audi A3 was introduced as a 2006 model in the United States. A 2.0liter, 200 hp turbo-inline4 and front wheel drive was standard. Of 2006'09 a 3.2liter V6 engine was available, which produces 250 hp. It was equipped with a Quattro (all-wheel-disc) and the S tronic transmission. Trim levels corresponded well with the choice of engine (2.0T and 3.2 Quattro). The TDI engine is available only in 2010.

There are other important changes have been in '09. The exterior and interior have been updated to work primarily with the signature Audi grille and larger LED. Leather upholstery, satellite radio and an auxiliary audio input is now standard, while the 2.0T has now been equipped with Quattro. Helping Hill Hold was taken manualtransmissionequipped to cars. The following year, the V6 has been removed from the area, while the popular engine "TDI" turbodiesel was added.