Had a chance to really test drive the A3 loaner this weekend. Had to go to Chicago. At Cruising speed on the highway it was a great ride. Very comfortable car (for it's size) with amble trunk/hatch space. 2.0T really impressed me. I can do with out the paddle shifters. Hard to shift and turn (90 deg) at the same time. Although, maybe it just takes some getting used to.
Anyway, anyone on the fence about one, can be assured it's a good hwy car.