2006 Audi A3 Review

S4cabriofoxone
10/13/2007

Ownership Status: I own this vehicle.
Recommendation: I recommend this vehicle.

Overall Rating: 98/100

Pros
  • Unbelievable transmission
  • Well-finished interior
  • Fantastic engine
  • Usable interior space
  • Great city car
  • Easy on fuel
  • Looks great on the outside, too
Cons
  • Needs rear seat warmers
  • Options can push it into A4 territory

Introduction
What a fabulous vehicle. I bought it as a winter car, and I couldn't be more impressed with what you get for a relatively low price. It will be hard to give it up... '06 A3 2.0T DSG



Exterior Styling - 9
Should get better wheels- but otherwise, very stylish.

Interior Styling - 10
Usual Audi perfection.

Exterior Build/Materials Quality - 10
Nothing wrong here.

Interior Build/Materials Quality - 10
Again, an Audi strong point.

Engine Performance - 10
I couldn't ask for more speed out of a 2.0T! At high revs, the exhaust note is addictive.

Handling/Braking - 10
The brakes can get touchy if you really step on them- but otherwise, the handling is second to none and it's very easy to drive. "Nimble" is the word for it.

Fuel Efficiency - 10
32MPG on the highway, or 0-60 in 6.2 seconds? How about both?

Available Features/Options - 10
MANY. So don't add them up- the price grows quicker than the option list does.

Cost of Ownership - 10
Very easy to maintain and to own.

Value - 9
Great base price, but like I said, watch the options list.



Conclusion
When I think about it, the A3 2.0T DSG is actually a more impressive car than the '00 A6 2.7T I had. How cars have progressed! This is a little-known gem, and it's just the thing if you're looking for a small car that does everything exceedingly well.