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2009 Audi A3

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  2009 Audi A3 S Line 2008 BMW 3-Series 2dr Cpe RWD Blue 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen S
MSRP
$26,920
$32,700
$19,075
Invoice $25,035 $30,085 $18,400
MPG
City/Highway		 18/30 14/30 20/41
Rating 8.4 8.6 N/A
Bottomline The 2009 Audi A3 is more than a spruced-up VW hatchback, thanks to the fabulous interior, S-tronic transmission, and V-6 bark. The 2008 BMW 3-Series sedan has the best overall driving experience in its class and remains the gold standard among mid-size sport sedans. It's been a long time coming back, but the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen gives crossover buyers something else to consider―and diesel power is on the way.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Great roadholding
  • S-line transmission is top-notch
  • Cargo room galore
  • Choice of engines

Dislikes:

  • Styling could be better
  • Retail prices can surpass $30,000
  • Electric power steering feels artificial

Likes:

  • Responsive, smooth, and refined
  • Firm but absorbent ride
  • Nice, supportive front seats

Dislikes:

  • Controls not as straightforward as they could be
  • Wide center console and narrow footwells
  • Backseat space is still too tight for most

Likes:

  • Pert Audi-like styling
  • Optional 200-horsepower turbo engine
  • Dual-clutch automatic transmission
  • Standard safety features

Dislikes:

  • Dull performance from standard five-cylinder engine
  • Seats raised, the cargo area isn't huge
  • No all-wheel-drive option
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