Considering an A3 Questions

Blowin Smoke · 03-21-2012, 05:38 AM

I'm looking at the 2012 A3 with the turbo diesel. I would like to know how reliable they are. I'd like to keep my next vehicle for 7-10 years, so what should I expect along the way as far as needing repairs. I've heard that Audis are expensive to repair, and this is a concern.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks

DennisM · 03-22-2012, 03:53 AM

A little more activity regarding the TDI here:

http://forums.tdiclub.com/forumdisplay.php?f=83

Blowin Smoke · 03-22-2012, 05:03 AM

Thanks for the link. Lots of informative stuff there.

I've read hear that the A3 hatchback is not going to be sold in the US after the current model year. I've also read, elsewhere, that Audi is very proprietary with the TDI. So, how hard is it to find someone to work on the engine, other than Audi? If the new A3's don't offer the TDI it's likely the dealers won't have too much need to maintain diesel mechanics, and that would leave the TDI owners scrambling to find alternate service, or could they take it to a VW dealership?

MikeSS · 03-22-2012, 06:40 AM

The 2013 A3 will apparently be identical to the 2012 A3 models. The new sedan will probably appear in the 2014 model year.

As for diesels, Audi also has the Q7 which can be equipped with a diesel. Dealer mechanics are cross-trained for all Audi engines so any future service should not be a problem. The new A3 sedan will probably be offered with the same engine line-up that the current models are.

charlotteB · 04-19-2012, 01:03 AM

Hey I am new to this forum but I'm looking to get an A3 also or lease one from Central Contracts or another car leasing company. What are they like on mpg and is it worth leasing or should I buy one second hand? Any advice would be helpful

3waygeek · 04-19-2012, 01:08 PM

I've had my A3 TDI since March 2010 and have put about 32,000 miles on it. In town, I see 30-35 mpg depending on how long the stoplights are. On the highway, I'll get 41-42 mpg at 75 mph.

ben721364 · 04-20-2012, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Blowin Smoke

Thanks for the link. Lots of informative stuff there.

I've read hear that the A3 hatchback is not going to be sold in the US after the current model year. I've also read, elsewhere, that Audi is very proprietary with the TDI. So, how hard is it to find someone to work on the engine, other than Audi? If the new A3's don't offer the TDI it's likely the dealers won't have too much need to maintain diesel mechanics, and that would leave the TDI owners scrambling to find alternate service, or could they take it to a VW dealership?

Let's put this in perspective. Audi TDI engines are the same as VW TDI engines and competent independent technicians/shops that work on VWs are equally competent on Audis.

03-22-2012, 05:03 AM	#3
Blowin Smoke AudiWorld Newcomer Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 2	Continued service availability Thanks for the link. Lots of informative stuff there. I've read hear that the A3 hatchback is not going to be sold in the US after the current model year. I've also read, elsewhere, that Audi is very proprietary with the TDI. So, how hard is it to find someone to work on the engine, other than Audi? If the new A3's don't offer the TDI it's likely the dealers won't have too much need to maintain diesel mechanics, and that would leave the TDI owners scrambling to find alternate service, or could they take it to a VW dealership?

03-22-2012, 06:40 AM	#4
MikeSS AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2000 Posts: 2,346	The 2013 A3 will apparently be identical to the 2012 A3 models. The new sedan will probably appear in the 2014 model year. As for diesels, Audi also has the Q7 which can be equipped with a diesel. Dealer mechanics are cross-trained for all Audi engines so any future service should not be a problem. The new A3 sedan will probably be offered with the same engine line-up that the current models are. __________________ Now: 2012 A3 2.0Tq Then: '06 M3 '06 A3 2.0T '76 Beetle '99.5 A4 1.8T qms '92 Corrado VR6 '87 GTI 16V '83 GTI '79 Rabbit '77 Rabbit '75 Beetle '65 Beetle

04-19-2012, 01:03 AM	#5
charlotteB AudiWorld Newcomer Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 1	Looking for a change Hey I am new to this forum but I'm looking to get an A3 also or lease one from Central Contracts or another car leasing company. What are they like on mpg and is it worth leasing or should I buy one second hand? Any advice would be helpful

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03-22-2012, 03:53 AM	#2
DennisM AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Central NJ Posts: 101	A little more activity regarding the TDI here: http://forums.tdiclub.com/forumdisplay.php?f=83

04-19-2012, 01:08 PM	#6
3waygeek Audiworld Junior Member 2010 Audi A3 Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 70	I've had my A3 TDI since March 2010 and have put about 32,000 miles on it. In town, I see 30-35 mpg depending on how long the stoplights are. On the highway, I'll get 41-42 mpg at 75 mph.

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