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Audi A3 S3 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic Review

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This 2.0-litre turbocharged engine has 306bhp and drives all four wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. In our tests, 0-60mph took just 4.4sec thanks to standard fit launch control.

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Audi is a brand that sets the standard for interior quality, and this, combined with its vast and ever-growing model line-up, has helped it become one of the ‘big three’ German prestige car makers, along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

The A3 hatchback, A4 executive saloon and Q7 SUV have all won their classes at the What Car? Car of the Year Awards in recent years, while the TT coupé is the most decorated car in the history of the ceremony.

At least some of Audi's success over the past 30 years can be attributed to the growth in sales of vehicles with four-wheel drive; the company arguably led the way in bringing 4x4 technology into the mainstream, with its Quattro coupé in the early 1980s.

Today, most Audis are available with at least the option of four-wheel drive, while the list of SUVs from the brand includes the Q2, Q3, Q5 and Q7.

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The 'kitchen-sink spec’ S3 comes with everything thrown in, including electric front seats with four-way lumbar and driver memory, an electric tailgate, matrix LED headlights, a premium Bang & Olufsen sound system, a head-up display, and a panoramic sunroof.

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Electronic Stabilisation Control (ESC) including ABS, ASR and EDL

Electrically adj heated/folding + automatically dimming exterior mirrors with memory + automatic kerb side function for passenger side exterior mirror

Driver and front passenger airbag with passenger airbag deactivation

Integrated LED indicators in door mirrors

Privacy glass - dark tinted rear window, rear door and side windows

Lane change assistant with exit warning system and rear cross traffic alert

4 way electrically adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger

Rear side airbags with head airbag system

Extended ambient lighting pack - A3 Sportback

Aluminium interior elements pack - A3 Sportback

Technology pack pro with 360 camera - A3 Sportback/Voursprung

Driver assistance pack without adaptive cruise assist - A3/S3 S Tronic

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The A3 isn't as well finished inside or as polished overall as the previous model, but it's still comfortable, enjoyable to drive, and is spacious enough inside for most. We recommend the 40 TFSIe for its electric range, low company car tax and performance. It’s one of the best plug-ins out there and a fine car in its own right.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Plenty of practical space </li> <li>Low running costs </li> <li>A comfortable ride </li> <li>A healthy equipment list </li> <li>Quality materials and thoughtful touches inside </li> <li>Rock-solid reliability</li></ul>

Family cars arguably have the toughest brief of all: they have to be good at pretty much everything. They’re used as the daily drive, on the school run or work commute (often both), and have to be able to cope with a family’s clutter on weekends and holidays.

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