Motor Trend Audi A3 Articles

Tuners: 2009 MTM Audi S3 Sportback

New Audi Tuner Replicates a Euro-Only Hot Hatch for Even Money more

First Drive: 2009 Audi A3 2.0T

A Fresh Look at the Rich Man's Golf more

First Look: Audi A3 TDI Clubsport Quattro Concept

The A3 TDI Clubsport Quattro Concept is a rehash of the not-for-U.S. A3 three-door that would drive any Eurotuner green, or perhaps red, with envy. more

First Look: 2009 Audi A3 U.S. Spec

Audi's entry-level offering for the U.S., the A3 five-door, will be undergoing some revisions for the 2009 model year, both on the surface and underneath. more

The Big Picture: Who needs a Prius? Fun and 50 mpg in a diesel Audi A3

It's become something of an article of faith among the mainstream media in this country that the only environmentally friendly automobile is Toyota's Prius. more

Long Term Verdict: 2006 Audi A3 2.0T

Even though it shares its powertrain and some of its underguts with certain Volkswagens, our 2006 Audi A3 still came off as an Audi with credibility. The engine was a joy to drive and returned acceptable fuel economy. more

Fleet Update: 2006 Audi A3

One editor had our 2006 Audi A3 over a 10-day period that took him from Los Angeles to Carson City, Nevada, then over to Sacramento and back to L.A. more

Fleet Update: 2006 Audi A3

The 2006 Audi A3's first unscheduled service visit to correct an A/C failure cost us 10 days in the shop. more

Fleet Update: 2006 Audi A3

Audi didn't cut corners; the A3 looks, feels, and drives like any other Audi. more

Fleet Update: 2006 Audi A3

Positive declarations are filling the logbook about our 2006 Audi A3's Direct Shift gearbox: "The DSG is as close to perfect as a sequential manual gets." more

Long-Term Test Arrival: 2006 Audi A3

Long known for its luxurious sedans and sporty coupes, Audi has taken the logical next step by combining the two. more

Audi Wins 12 Hours of Sebring with Maiden Voyage of R10

Audi Motorsports, with its diesel-powered R10 Prototype has entered the annals of history with it... more

2006 Motor Trend COTY Finalist: 2006 Audi A3

Is the premium-small-car trend going anywhere? It's been big in Europe for years, but $30K hatchbacks still have limited appeal in the United States. more

First Drive: 2006 Audi A3 2.0T

Expensive premium small car or value-priced, entry-level Audi? Yes. more

First Drive: 2006 Audi A3 2.0T

Expensive premium small car or value-priced, entry-level Audi? Yes. more

Hot Drives: 2005 Audi A3

Taking luxury brands downmarket is risky business. BMW and Mercedes-Benz are attempting to mine the discount rack, with varying levels of success. more

Seeing Into America's Future:1995-2000 - Into The 21st Century - Future Cars

Future Cars Even as you read this, decisions are being made that will shap... more