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The Car Coach: 2012 Audi A3 TDI
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The 2012 Audi A3 TDI is a sleek family car with a sporty flare, all packaged with great fuel economy.
Make/ Model – 2012 Audi A3 TDI FWD
MPG – 30 city/42 hwy mpg
Engine – 2.0L TDI 4-cyl. Diesel engine with 140 hp / 236 torque
Transmissions:
•Automatic S-Tronic Transmission
Price – $34,725
Standard features:
•17” alloy wheels with all season tires
•ABS and Stability Control
•MP3 Player (Optional)
•Navigation system is available for Premium trims
The 2012 Audi A3 TDI has a S line package, which gives it a sportier look. The Cold Weather Package includes heated leather seats and steering wheel, electric heated side mirrors, heated windshield washer nozzles, metal-look trim inside and out, plus power locks and windows that are one-touch. The sounds system is good quality with navigation, AM/FM/ Sirius radio, MP3 connection and CD choices. The large open sunroof included a power sunscreen.
The A3 has a four year / 50,000 mile warranty and four year roadside assistance coverage. The A3 maintains a reasonable amount of luxury and style that Audi is known for, thanks to an upscale and classy-looking interior. It's also versatile due to its hatchback wagon design that provides more cargo space than the typical sedan.
Competes with:
•Volkswagen GTI 5-door
•Infiniti EX35
•Volvo V50
•Volkswagen Tiguan
Likes:
•Excellent driving dynamics
•Good fuel economy
•Daytime running lights
•Soft leather seats
•High-quality, versatile and spacious interior
•Good cargo space
Dislikes:
•A bit pricey
•Limited rear-seat room for taller passengers
The new 2012 Audi A3 TDI has a beautiful design and quality materials, with a contemporary look. It is a combination of open-road enthusiasm, long-haul friendliness, around-town usefulness and fuel economy.