Introduction
What Car? says...
You could argue that the Audi A1 has furrowed its field rather nicely, being one of only two choices for those wanting a properly posh small car.
The other is the Mini 5-Door Hatch which is seen by many as similarly premium and is roughly the same size. Otherwise you have to go bigger and more expensive (think Mercedes A-Class) or accept a less glamorous badge (on, for example, a VW Polo – which is actually very similar to the A1 underneath).
FAQs
We rate it among the top 10 best small cars you can buy because its slow depreciation and low running costs mean it shouldn’t be too costly to own, and you're still getting a comfortable and classy runaround that can be had with a number of high-end features.
It's not being discontinued yet, although there won't be a direct replacement when it reaches the end of its life in the mid-2020s. Certain A1 trim levels have been discontinued though, as well as the slightly odd Audi A1 Citycarver mini SUV.
It costs significantly more than the related Seat Ibiza, Skoda Fabia and VW Polo but less than the Mini 3-door Hatch. Check the latest prices using our New Car Deals pages.
Happily, while the A1's fuel economy is similar to that of its cheaper Seat Ibiza, Skoda Fabia and VW Polo siblings, it holds its value better, helping to offset the higher price and keep monthly PCP costs reasonable.
Yes. If you choose either the 30 or 35 TFSI petrol engine, you can have an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox.
| RRP price range | £20,665 - £30,445 |
|---|---|
| Number of trims (see all) | 4 |
| Number of engines (see all) | 3 |
| Available fuel types (which is best for you?) | petrol |
| MPG range across all versions | 45.6 - 53.3 |
| Available doors options | 5 |
| Warranty | 3 years / 60000 miles |
| Company car tax at 20% (min/max) | £1,144 / £1,870 |
| Company car tax at 40% (min/max) | £2,287 / £3,740 |
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