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2008 Audi A3 Features Review

November 5, 2008

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

a full array of convenience features
ForbesAuto

Expensive options add up quickly
Car and Driver

a number of packages and stand-alone options
Edmunds

TheCarConnection.com found reviewers approved of the wide range of standard and optional features in the 2008 Audi A3.

Inside, Cars.com likes the A3 Audi’s standard "dual-zone automatic climate control" and "'OpenSky' glass sunroof" that "includes separate blinds to keep the interior from overheating and to guard against the sun's glare." Kelley Blue Book also calls the 140-watt stereo with 10 speakers and pre-wired satellite radio preparation for Sirius Satellite Radio "notable standard equipment."

There's plenty to admire from the outside too. Cars.com lists "dual-exhaust outlets" and "alloy wheels" with "17-inch tires" as attractive standard features.

In regards to stand-alone upgrades, ForbesAuto claims "a navigation system heads up a fairly short options list." Kelley Blue Book lists other singular additions, such as "SIRIUS Satellite Radio, 18-inch alloy wheels," and "Bose audio."

The S-line package is a popular 2008 Audi A3 options package with reviewers. Edmunds lists included package features as including "sport-tuned suspension, foglamps, sport seats with leather upholstery, aluminum interior trim, unique front and rear fascias and a roof spoiler."

The Premium Package is another popular package. According the ConsumerGuide, the A3 Audi package includes "leather upholstery, power driver seat w/power lumbar adjustment, sport leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, steering wheel shift paddles (automatic), aluminum exterior trim, additional interior lights, illuminated visor mirrors, fog lights, (and) unique alloy wheels."

Options include Bluetooth, a navigation system, Sirius Satellite Radio, and an iPod integration kit.

Conclusion

Audi rolls out the red carpet for customization with a variety of standard and optional packages available on the 2008 Audi A3.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:a full array of convenience featuresForbesAutoExpensive options add up quicklyCar and Drivera number of packages and stand-alone optionsEdmunds TheCarConnection.com found reviewers approved of the wide range of standard and optional features in the 2008 Audi A3. Inside, Cars.com likes the A3 Audi’s standard "dual-zone automatic climate control" and "'OpenSky' glass sunroof" that "includes separate blinds to keep the interior from overheating and to guard against the sun's glare." Kelley Blue Book also calls the 140-watt stereo with 10 speakers and pre-wired satellite radio preparation for Sirius Satellite Radio "notable standard equipment." There's plenty to admire from the outside too. Cars.com lists "dual-exhaust outlets" and "alloy wheels" with "17-inch tires" as attractive standard features. In regards to stand-alone upgrades, ForbesAuto claims "a navigation system heads up a fairly short options list." Kelley Blue Book lists other singular additions, such as "SIRIUS Satellite Radio, 18-inch alloy wheels," and "Bose audio." The S-line package is a popular 2008 Audi A3 options package with reviewers. Edmunds lists included package features as including "sport-tuned suspension, foglamps, sport seats with leather upholstery, aluminum interior trim, unique front and rear fascias and a roof spoiler." The Premium Package is another popular package. According the ConsumerGuide, the A3 Audi package includes "leather upholstery, power driver seat w/power lumbar adjustment, sport leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, steering wheel shift paddles (automatic), aluminum exterior trim, additional interior lights, illuminated visor mirrors, fog lights, (and) unique alloy wheels." Options include Bluetooth, a navigation system, Sirius Satellite Radio, and an iPod integration kit. ConclusionAudi rolls out the red carpet for customization with a variety of standard and optional packages available on the 2008 Audi A3. 2008 AUDI A3 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "four-door versatility wrapped in a sleek package." Car and Driver: "Seductively styled inside and out" ForbesAuto: "a sporty, small wagon that doesn't sacrifice luxury or performance" ConsumerGuide: "less space than a small ...

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Other Choices:

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 2008 Audi A3. A traditional wagon such as the BMW 3-Series or the Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen might not have all-wheel drive, but each has more cargo room than the more compact Audi A3--and in the Jetta's case, a coming diesel option. Look to Japan and the Infiniti EX 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.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By  Truck trader #1, Posted: 2/12/2009

    Audi 2009

    A friend of mine bought a new A3 in early 2008, and had serious engine problems with it. After asking around he heard many similar stories about the A3, which I found both unusual and quite disturbing! - Anyone else heard of problems? Is this 2009 model any different?

  2. By N Vespertino #2, Posted: 7/25/2009

    I bought a new 2008 a3 (2.0 T S-tronic)in December 2007. It now has over 28,000 miles. Absolutely no engine problems.

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