Audi A3 Start-Stop
Audi A3 1.6 TDI Start-stop Sportback 5dr
What is it?
A SUPER efficient A3. New 105PS 1.6-litre TDI diesel model replaces noisy old 1.9-litre engine and brings with it start-stop plus a clever alternator that helps store energy from braking. Tested here in five-door Sportback mode, priced at £18,025. Available in 3dr and Cabriolet form too.
What’s hot?
- Incredible fuel consumption of 68.9mpg…
- …and CO2 emissions of just 109g/km
- Start-stop system is super smooth and so is the engine
- Strong mid-range urge and decent high speed cruising
- Accurate steering and surefooted handling
- Beautifully built cabin
- Well equipped: even base model gets alloys and air-conditioning
- Still looks classy
What’s not?
- A six-speed gearbox would make motorway performance even better
- If you want the swanky Sport model you’re looking at almost £20,000
- A BMW 1-Series is slightly more fun to drive
What you need to Know?
| P11D Value: | 18,025 |
| Monthly Rental*: | 249 (CH)/£286 (PCH) |
| Tax Band when posted: | 13% |
| Monthly BiK: | 39 (20%)/£78 (40%) |
| Engine: | 1.6 4cyl with start-stop |
| CO2 Emissions: | 109g/km |
| Power/torque: | 105PS/184lb ft |
| Economy: | 68.9mpg |
Monthly contract hire (CH) and personal contract hire (PCH) rentals generated by Concept Vehicle Leasing. Based on a 36 month lease at 10,000 miles a year, 3+35 payments.
Business Car Manager Road Test Rating
This new 1.6-litre TDI model is the pick of the Audi A3 range. It’s incredibly economical, yet packs plenty of punch and decent refinement. If you want a compact prestige hatchback that looks classy, drives smoothly and costs very little to run, look no further.
