Carworks.com. Review for 2007 Audi A3

Audi A3
Quick Facts

Vehicle Type: Compact Cars
Engine Type: 2.0-liter inline-4 turbocharged
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Safety Equipment (standard): driver and passenger next-generation front airbag supplemental restraints; side-impact airbags front; 3-point safety belts with automatic pre-tensioners, height-adjustment and belt force limiters for driver and front passenger; three 3-point safety belts with automatic pre-tensioners for rear passengers; central locking with safety unlock (automatically unlocks doors and switches off fuel pump if airbag deploys); reflectors in rear of doors; adjustable headrests for front and rear seats; first aid kit located in storage compartment under passenger seat; ABS; electronic locking front differential; ASR (anti-slip regulation); ESP (electronic stability program) with ABS and EBD (electronic brake differential)
Fuel Economy: 24/30

Audi A3 Summary

The Audi A3 is a great choice of young, active, and well-heeled consumers looking for distinctive vehicles to fit their lifestyles. The A3 is a high-quality car that offers premium handling and safety, roominess and practicality, yet is still easy to park and, with the 2.0-liter turbo engine, is easy on fuel. Five-door hatchbacks are very popular in Europe, but Americans are still warming to their styling. Those who are comfortable with its styling should find happiness in the Audi A3 Sportback.

NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Greg Brown reports from Los Angeles, California.