2007 Audi A3 Consumer Discussions

2007 GTI vs Audi A3

• Re: for what its worth [qbrozen]

  Written by: andres3 on Aug 25, 2011 4:44:50 PM

  0-60 with GTI or A3 depends a lot on how much traction your front wheels have as you get off the line. Road conditions, tires. Audi spec'd the A3 with DSG at 6.7 sec for 0-60 MPH in 2006. Seems about right to me. Did your 2007 GTI have a launch control button? That is one thing that makes me jealous of the GTI's in 2011 that is lacking in the ... Read More

Audi A3 Transmission Problems

• Re: 2008 A3 DSG Transmission [beeemannn]

  Written by: jimmy2008a3 on Jun 22, 2010 10:33:48 PM

  Here is my 2 cents on this matter. I was skimming through all the replies trying to find a solution for my transmission DSG jerking issue in my 2008 Audi A3, actually been having this issue for 1.5 yrs now roughly a couple of months after buying it brand new. I believe my odometer is at 33k now, but I notice the jerking issue back when it was around 10k. At ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• 2010 A3 Tdi pricing

  Written by: miamibob on Jan 14, 2010 7:41:25 PM

  locale dealer is talk straight list price on TDI A3. Anyone else looking? What are these Tdi selling for compared to either list or invoice. I'm in Miami and had purchased a prior A3 for invoice at the change over between 06 and 07 in may, 2007. there is a new sales team who appear to be jerks....but they are just so close to my office. They said that there just ... Read More

Audi A3

• Audi A3 - Typical Repair Costs in $1,000s per ConsumerGuideAuto?

  Written by: horch73 on Oct 30, 2009 12:18:32 PM

  Considering a used 2007 A3 2.0T, and I noticed this list of repair costs (See below or the link). I believe them all, except, does it really cost this much for: Shocks and/or Struts ($4,600), Constant Velocity Joints ($4,325), and Automatic Transmission ($6,195)? Further, what are the odds of these things breaking in 100,000 miles, 150,000 miles? Thanks! http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/2006-to-2008-audi-a3-2.htm Consumer Guide Estimated Repair Costs This table lists costs of likely repairs ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Please advise

  Written by: thewinegirl on Jun 1, 2009 7:33:42 PM

  Hi All, I am so sorry if this is not the right place for this post. I am buying my first Audi and really, this is the first time I have bought a car on my own. It is a USED A3-2007. It is light silver w/ black leather interior. It is the S-Line and has Open Sky with 23,000 miles but is MANUAL (that is what my husband INSISTS he ... Read More

New A3 Owners - Give Us Your Report!

• Re: New A3 Owners - Give Us Your Report! [pf_flyer]

  Written by: large on May 22, 2009 1:24:28 PM

  I just got my 2009 A3 1 month ago today and I am very disapointed. I have a white one with the S-line and Open Sky package. I purchased the car and noticed a strange noise every time the car shifted gears. At first I thought it was cheap gas, because it had a pinging noise. I called the dealership where I purchased it from and asked them what octane gas ... Read More

Audi A3 Tire/Wheel Questions

• Re: A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008 [a44me]

  Written by: a44me on Apr 27, 2009 7:21:22 AM

  In respoinse to Important news: Millennium Protection Group filed for bankruptcy! You are not crazy. They have filed for bankruptcy and I am also very mad. Audi, who also sold this to me, won't help at all. Now I am out $$ for a program that I purchase in 2006!!! Does anybody know if a class action lawsuit has been filed against Millennium yet? I would be interested in participating. I ... Read More

• Re: A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008 [a44me]

  Written by: bkug on Apr 21, 2009 3:06:02 PM

  You should go after Audi. They sold the warranty to you so they are on the hook no matter what they try to tell you. I have been contacted by several people who want to pursue a claim against the dealership.

• Re: A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008 [a44me]

  Written by: andres3 on Mar 18, 2009 1:02:11 PM

  You should know that any add-ons not sold by Audi of America are usually terrible deals. Just say no to all the extra fees and costs they try to sell you at the dealer level. If it isn't backed by Audi of America, then it probably isn't worth buying at an Audi dealer. Haven't you read CR that tells you all those add on warranties and programs are a complete and ... Read More

• Re: A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008 [callmecrazy]

  Written by: a44me on Mar 18, 2009 11:20:51 AM

  Important news: Millennium Protection Group filed for bankruptcy! I was told about needing new tires every 5k miles so I signed up for, at the insistence of the Audi sales person, their "tires for life" program offered by Millennium Protection Group. I was going to take my car in today for it's rotation and balance when Audi service called me to tell me they were filing for bankruptcy and I would ... Read More

• Re: A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008 [callmecrazy]

  Written by: larbar2 on Mar 1, 2009 5:56:55 PM

  I've had the same issues with my 2006, after a few thousand miles and now with 24k it's became insane, I want to drive it thru an Audi dealer's window too! I'm ready to get rid of a perfectly good car because of unbearable road noise, I've been in $10k chevy's that are more quiet. I tried dealing with Audi directly last year and got nowhere, and 2 dealers. Maybe time ... Read More

• Re: A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008 [aphrodite74]

  Written by: Tali77 on Jan 21, 2009 7:53:25 AM

  You are not the only one!! In November 2008, with 13,500 miles, I had two front tires that worn down to the cable. I noticed that when I would accelerate my tires were slipping. I am a woman, so tire issues on a new and low mileage, expensive car did not just jump out to me. When I went in for my service, they called me about the tires and how ... Read More

• Re: A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008 [aphrodite74]

  Written by: callmecrazy on Dec 7, 2008 7:45:48 PM

  I can not believe I finally came across someone with the identical problem as mine. I thought I was crazy. The little A3 is an awesome car but it needs new tires every 5,000-7,000 miles. You certainly could get 25-30,000 miles out of them if you can handle excesive vibration and ear shattering humming. Its like driving your car with Mickey Thompson super swampers. My A3 currently has 34,000 miles on ... Read More

New A3 Owners - Give Us Your Report!

• 2008 A3 3.2 quattro - breaks down at 4900 miles

  Written by: utahjake on Aug 24, 2008 6:04:29 AM

  Well, the first 4,900 miles on my new A3 were great. Then yesterday, I am cruising at about 65 mph on some freeways and getting great mileage. I exit onto a ramp and it dies. And it continues to die each time I start it and move several feet. No warning lights go on. When it did go further than several feet, it chugged like someone learning to drive stick. I ... Read More

• Re: New A3 Owners - Give Us Your Report! [pf_flyer]

  Written by: fbt on May 5, 2008 1:13:45 PM

  I bought a used 2007 A3 2.0T 6-speed manual S-line with less than 10,000 miles on it, taking advantage of the Audi's depreciation. Love the car, fast and fun to drive. I'm getting 30mpg, albeit with premium, a nice leather interior, good enough stereo (no mp3 support) I like the hatchback design, I can carry my friends and some gear without too much trouble. I shopped other hatchbacks and some small ... Read More

Audi A3 Suspension Questions

• Rattle in the rear of my A3

  Written by: saccyclist on May 3, 2008 10:53:28 PM

  I have nearly 8,000 miles on my 2007 Audi A3. Overall, I am very pleased with the car. It is simply a blast to drive. About a week ago, however, I noticed a rattle/clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. I checked the cargo tray, rear seats, spare tire, and even removed my roof mounted bike rack. All items were properly secured. The noise persisted. I returned to the ... Read More

Audi A3 Tire/Wheel Questions

• A3 excessive tire wear issues, 2006,2007,2008

  Written by: aphrodite74 on Mar 5, 2008 6:09:02 PM

  I'm on my second A3. The first one 2006 - 6 speed red/black cloth, I loved the car, but after 8,000 miles I thought I heard wheel bearing growl. At 13,000 miles I paid for a alignment, at 16,000 miles the tires were replaced, I split the cost of them with the dealer. The tires had been rotated at 5,000which is when they got really bad then at 8,000, again at ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Selling Price and Lease Terms for New 2007 Audi A3

  Written by: mfscinti on Jan 23, 2008 7:33:10 PM

  Hello, I live in Cincinnati, Ohio and I am looking for some input on whether the price I was quoted for a new 2007 A3 is a good one or not. The car is a 2.0T, 6 speed and not heavily optioned, only metallic paint and open sky. The MSRP is $27,910 and the selling price is $24,500, which includes the $590 maintenance cost waiver, if it is a purchase. This ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2007 Audi A3 Paid

  Written by: ssanders1 on Dec 17, 2007 7:50:22 PM

  I don't see why it is insane to lowball it. It's the end of the year and it's to their advantage to see as may cars as they can to make their quota. Selling 20 cars looks better than selling 19, 100 is better than 99, etc...

• Re: 2007 Audi A3 Paid

  Written by: ssanders1 on Dec 17, 2007 7:47:16 PM

  I just purchased one yesterday, '07 A3 2.0T DSG Red from Audi of Concord, in the Bay Area. Options: S-Line pkg Tech pkg Audio pkg Sky Roof pkg Cold pkg MSRP was $35,000. Dealer accepted my offer of $28,000 and even threw in the Audi Care plan because it is getting close to the end of the year. I guess they really wanted to get rid of their '07 cars and ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: '07 or '08 Lease? [theresa11]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 14, 2007 2:55:30 AM

  Hi theresa11. In November Audi was providing $1,500 dealer cash on 2007 A3s, but as you have heard I do not believe that this cash incentive is available any longer. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• 2007 Audi A3 Paid

  Written by: ericlau01 on Dec 5, 2007 12:40:53 PM

  I received an offer from a dealer at Livermore Audi: 2007 A3 2.0T Automatic Ocean Blue Exterior Grey Leather Interior S-Line Package Illumination Package Technology Package Cold Package Sky Roof Package MSRP ~$34k and as of 11/3/07, he is offering $30k just for me test driving it. I want to go to an extreme and start with $26k. With this time of the year, does it look insane? Anyone out there ... Read More

Audi A3

• Winter Traction...

  Written by: jwb18t on Nov 30, 2007 4:28:14 PM

  Wondering what your thoughts are regarding winter driving with the A3. I would have snow tires mounted for the winter like I do on my 2 current vehicles(2007 Honda Ody and 1998 Honda CRV). My last VW/Audi vehicle was a 2003 VW Passat GLS Wagon and it handled very well. Any insight is appreciated.

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: '07 or '08 Lease? [Car_man]

  Written by: theresa11 on Oct 24, 2007 8:52:09 AM

  Car_man, My Audi dealer told me that they have dealer cash until October 26th. Seems like an odd date for the cash to end. Any idea of when it really ends? Am looking at a 2007 A3 w/premium, open sky, metallic paint and 6 CD. Any idea of price? They offered $27,900. Thanks for comments!

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Audi Care Charge

  Written by: theresa11 on Oct 22, 2007 8:35:24 AM

  Looking at a new 2007 A3. MSRP is $32730 which includes $590 for Audi Care and $995 for Protection Package. The offer is $27900. I know that Audi dropped the free maintenance program and this dealer told me that all Audi dealers will accept this. The protection package I feel is bogus. How do I know what the dealer's invoice was for these two items and can I try to get ... Read More

• Re: Audi A3 2008 pricing? [andres3]

  Written by: panxd01 on Oct 5, 2007 9:11:23 AM

  Just got a quote for 2007 A3: 2007 Audi A3 2.0T DSG Misano Red Pearl Effect S Line Package Open Sky System MSRP: $31,345 Special Internet Price: $28,289 Was this a fair price for 07 model?

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: '07 or '08 Lease? [hnet]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 1, 2007 3:23:40 AM

  Hi hnet. Unfortunately, Audi is not providing much in the way of lease support on the A3 right now. As a result, it is not that great a car to lease. There are a lot better deals out there. Audi's lease program varies by term and mileage allowance. You never mentioned what either of these variables are, so for now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month ... Read More

Audi A3 - must get 3.2 V6 to have Quattro?!

• possibly...

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Sep 16, 2007 7:36:12 PM

  At the LA Autoshow early in 2007, Audi reps were in disagreement whether or not a 2.0T with Quattro would be exported to the USA in 2008. Supposedly there are no changes to the A3 for 2008, so --- not yet ! VW doesn't have that in USA either (their 4motion-ers' come with V6's).

Audi A3

• Storage compartment in the front seats of A3

  Written by: sonyvaio on Sep 2, 2007 8:40:21 AM

  I just bought a 2007 Audi A3 with premimum package. From the manual of A3, it seems that there are two storage compartments in both front seats. But I only found one in the passenger seat of my A3, while no one in the driver seat. I am not sure if it is because my car has premimum package which includes power driver seat. Can anyone confirm with it? How many ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: Current lease rate A3 2.0 S-Line / Open Sky [intuneman]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 16, 2007 2:27:35 AM

  Thanks intuneman. The money factor that you mentioned in your post is right on the money. However, Audi Financial Services' current residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Audi A3 2.0 S-Line with 15,000 miles per year is only 46%. The residual value for an otherwise identical lease with 12,000 miles per year is 48%. These residual values are lower than you thought because the residual values of ... Read More

• Re: New A3 lease deal? [rong]

  Written by: teddyoh on Aug 2, 2007 1:05:05 PM

  First time poster. I've been following the A3 for months now. I really wanted to jump on the lease deal back in April or so when the Premium/Open Sky was $379. However, I wasn't able to do it at that time. Now, it's the end of the model year for the 2007's, and I'm ready. I know there are plenty left on the lots. I live in New Orleans, but have ... Read More

Audi A3 Transmission Problems

• A3 2t 2007 s-line trans/computer problems

  Written by: mdonovan1 on Jul 12, 2007 7:08:55 AM

  I was stuck in traffic last March and my transmission for no apparent reason went into neutral and the indicator lights(r-n-d-s) started flashing.I had to put the transmission in park and then back to drive for it to start again.This happened a couple of times while in traffic.As I got out of traffic on the highway at +/- 100km/hr,it did it again. The following week I went to the dealer for ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2007 A3 in MD [willyfung]

  Written by: cdezso on Jul 8, 2007 5:50:08 PM

  Willy, I've got a similar quote also from MD, and I think the quote is $1500 - $2,000 below invoice, or something like that. Apparently, this is a very good offer. I myself do not know for sure, but from reading other forums, it seems like it is. However, I also found out that the offer cannot be used for leasing, so essentially you have to buy the car. Also, if ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: Current lease rates [black00]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 6, 2007 2:18:13 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, black00. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T Base model with 15,000 miles per year are .00205 and 56%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00205 and 48%. If you were to lease with only 12,000 miles per year, this car's residual values would ... Read More

• Re: MF & Residual on '07 A3 2.0T Premium + Open Sky [Car_man]

  Written by: siman on Jun 1, 2007 9:18:36 PM

  Hi Car Man, It is me again, I tried to edit my previous post, but couldn't. Just wanted to clarify my questions. Originally, we planned to purchase. After all, owning 15 different vechicles in the last 6 years, we decided it is better to lease. We are planning to lease 2007 Audi A3 2.0T (Auto) and basic model. We were given the MSRP: $27,990. They said put $2000 down including the ... Read More

• Re: MF & Residual on '07 A3 2.0T Premium + Open Sky [monomyth]

  Written by: Car_man on May 31, 2007 2:44:23 AM

  Hi monomyth. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Audi A3 2.0T Base vary by region. Audi has special enhanced money factors on this car in its Western and Southern regions. Let me know what state you are in and I will be happy to give you the program for your area. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: A3 Lease Questions [jsevenseven]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 29, 2007 3:07:43 AM

  Greetings jsevenseven. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T Premium with 10,000 miles per year are .00080 and 56%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T S Line are .00080 and 54%. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2007 Audi A3 3.2 are .00080 and 51%. Car_man ... Read More

• New A3 Lease Offer...finally something decent?

  Written by: jeffstra on Feb 8, 2007 9:58:00 PM

  Car Man...can you comment on the new lease offer on the A3. Seems like the first time they've had something somewhat good to offer. Before I go and negotiate and get a real quote to run by you, I want to know if you think its an okay lease offer. Below is the basic text from the Audi site. 2007 A3 2.0T Premium $349 per month 36-month lease* --------------------------------------------------- Down payment ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: audi a3 reliability is average [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: alan1943 on Mar 28, 2007 1:57:21 PM

  The A3 reliability may be average but the 2007 CR Auto issue recommends the A3, A4, S4 and A6. These Audis have been recommended by CR this year. ;)

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: A3 general lease question [raidertt2001]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 28, 2006 3:46:24 AM

  Hi raidertt2001. Audi's December lease program for the 2007 A3 is close to the one that was available in November, but not exactly the same. I would be happy to tell you exactly what the lease program is like on the car that you are interested in if you tell me what trim level you want, i.e. a base model, a premium model, etc..., as well as how long you want ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• audi a3 reliability is average

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Mar 27, 2007 3:49:01 PM

  so said Consumers Union for 2007, which is a complement to Audi given most of their cars are below average (as are nearly all VW's). Hopefully Audi can get even better.

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: Audi lease offer [gtz02]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 28, 2006 3:43:39 AM

  Hi gtz02. In my opinion, Audi's current advertised lease on the 2007 A3 is not really a very good deal. Even though Audi boosted this car's residual values a while ago to make its lease program less horrible than it was, it still is not very good. Audi's current lease money factor for the 2007 A3 is .00307. This is equivalent to an interest rate of nearly 7.4%. This is almost ... Read More

• Re: A3 Lease Question [serdarfl]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 28, 2006 3:40:18 AM

  Hi serdarfl. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 48 month lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T Premium with 12,000 miles per year are an unattractive .00307 and 50%, respectively. Audi just isn't providing any sort of lease support on this car right now. I personally would much rather lease a 2007 A4. Audi's lease program is much more attractive on it right now. ... Read More

• MF & Residual on '07 A3 2.0T Premium

  Written by: msurbrow on Mar 14, 2007 9:14:35 AM

  Hi Car Man, Here's the car I am hoping to lease. Could you please post the lease details assuming a 24 or 36 month lease with 10,000 miles per year? -2007 A3 2.0T -Premium -Automatic -Cold Weather -Audio Package * -Ibis White/black leather (yum!) * Also, I did have another question - it is not clear whether both the 'Audio Package' and the 'Audi Symphony' contain Sirius radio. Do you know? ... Read More

2007 GTI vs Audi A3

• Re: Another difference [andres3]

  Written by: fasterthanyou on Mar 10, 2007 11:03:44 AM

  "The quality of the interior was one of my definite deciding factors between the A3 and GTI." 1. Reliability - built in different factories under differing quality standards; CR's results show the results! 2. 2006 free maintenance for 4 years/50K. 3. Interior is maybe not a world apart, but definitely a noticeable level apart. For example, look at the cargo lid, and the cargo carpeting material. Look at the dash; look ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: Audi A3 lease rates [seanwest]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 10, 2007 6:03:21 AM

  Here you go, Sean. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2007 A3 2.0T with DSG and 15,000 miles per year are .00080 and 53%, respectively. The money factor for a lease with only 12,000 miles per year is the same, but the residual value is 2% higher. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: March lease terms for A3 3.2 [liaguk]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 10, 2007 6:00:22 AM

  Hello liaguk. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2007 Audi A3 3.2 with 15,000 miles per year are .00080 and 57%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00080 and 48%. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: MF and Residual for A3 3.2 [jmcclenahan]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 9, 2007 4:54:11 AM

  No problem jmcclenahan. Audi Financial Services' March buy rate lease money factor and residual value for 36 month lease of a 2007 Audi A3 3.2 with 12,000 miles per year are .00080 and 48%, respectively. AFS will waive its security deposit requirement in exchange for an increase of .00015 in your vehicle's money factor. $917 over invoice looks like a reasonable price for this car to me, but you might want ... Read More

• Re: A3 general lease question [delfo399]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 26, 2006 4:37:15 AM

  Hey delfin. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 A3 Premium with 12,000 miles per year are .00304 and 58%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: A3 general lease question [delfo399]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 26, 2006 4:36:12 AM

  You're welcome, delfo399. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T Premium with 15,000 miles per year are .00304 and 56%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: MF and Residual for A3 3.2 [jmcclenahan]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 2, 2007 3:37:07 AM

  Hi jmcclenahan. Here's the information that you're looking for. Through March 5th, Audi Financial Services' buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Audi A3 3.2 S-Line with 12,000 miles per year are .00080 and 48%, respectively. You never mentioned this car's selling price in your post. Make sure to find out exactly what it is. The selling prices of leased vehicles are ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• A3 at invoice in Northern Virginia?

  Written by: percythejeep on Mar 1, 2007 5:14:36 PM

  I looked at A3s for at least 2 months before I bought one. I found that if you go to the regional marketing web sites (San Diego Audi Dealers, Los Angeles Audi Dealers, etc.) and enter exactly what you are looking for, their Internet Sales people will contact you with the best deals. For whatever reason, these people offered their best deals up front - unlike visiting the showrooms where the ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• A3 Lease Question

  Written by: jaduboi on Nov 19, 2006 8:12:57 PM

  I'm currently dealing on leasing 2007 A3 with several dealers in Northern CA area. I've got a quote from Livermore Audi which is : --------------------------------------------------------- 2007 A3 2.0T S-Tronic Brilliant Black Black Interior Options: - Open Sky - Tech Package - S-Line Package MSRP : $33,340 Negotiated Price : $30,739+ Tax 24 months with 15,000 miles per year allowed: $1,500 Total due at Signing $633.49 per month including Sales Tax ----------------------------------------------------------- ... Read More

• Re: CarMan, about the A3 lease offer... [kmur]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 21, 2007 3:41:57 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, kmur. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T Premium with 15,000 miles per year are .00080 and 53%, respectively. This same money factor and residual value would be valid for a base model of this car without the Premium Package and Open Sky option. The MSRP and selling price, ... Read More

• Re: A3 general lease question [delfo399]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 26, 2006 3:35:37 AM

  Hello delfin. Unfortunately, I am not aware of any source that provides information on manufacturers' actual lease programs to the general public. I can give you an idea of what these cars' lease programs are like. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2006 Audi A3 Premium with 15,000 miles per year are .00313 and 44%, respectively. The numbers ... Read More

• Re: Residuals and MF [isamu66]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 21, 2007 3:34:42 AM

  Greetings Charles. This car's lease program varies by trim level, term, and mileage allowance. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease of a 2007 Audi A3 2.0T Premium with 12,000 miles per year. Let me know if you want something different. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Audi A3 2.0T ... Read More

• Re: New A3 Lease Offer...finally something decent? [jeffstra]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 21, 2007 3:31:13 AM

  Hi jeffstra. I see that you noticed that Audi enhanced its lease program on the A3. It finally has some decent money factors on it. The lack of lease support was the biggest problem that I have had with this car in the past. Audi Financial Services' new enhanced buy rate lease money factor for a 36 month lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T Premium is .00080. The advertised lease that ... Read More

• A3 Lease Offer

  Written by: kmur on Feb 12, 2007 12:51:42 AM

  Special Lease offer on the 2007 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Now, for a limited time, Audi is offering an exceptional lease through Audi Financial Services on a nicely equipped 2007 A3 2.0T Premium with FrontTrak front-wheel drive, DSG Auto, Premium Package, and Open Sky System. (See complete details below.) This offer is good through March 5, 2007 so hurry into your local Audi dealer today to take advantage of these winning ... Read More

Audi A3

• Re: 10k Miles Report on 2006 A3 2.0T Sport DSG [kyfdx]

  Written by: andres3 on Jan 25, 2007 6:35:35 PM

  It's a great car, and definitely the best car I've ever bought, and the most expensive too to be fair. Also, in 2007 Audi took value out of the equation by removing free maintenance from their program. They need to add that back in.

Audi A3 Transmission Problems

• Re: Clutch Problems Already on 6 week old A3 [naa]

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Jan 4, 2007 5:21:01 PM

  DSG (Audi's calling it S-tronic for 2007) or manual?

2007 GTI vs Audi A3

• Turbo reliability

  Written by: bluejays on Dec 10, 2006 5:16:56 PM

  I'm torn between these two sharp-looking vehicles...I am considering a 2007 A3 S-Line with the 3.2 DSG since I typically prefer a normally-aspirated engine and the new Volkswagen GTI also with the DSG transmission. What do the experts feel are the long-term prospects for the turbocharged powerplant? Will it last given the speeds at which turbo components spin? Is it perhaps worth the extra investment to obtain the A3 with Quattro ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: Audi's new A3 lease terms. [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: kyfdx on Oct 17, 2006 2:18:05 PM

  2007 A4 2.0T quattro with Tiptronic transmission, Premium Package, heated front seats and destination charge. This is for an A4.. Plus, you left out the most important part... the monthly price?

• Audi's new A3 lease terms.

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Oct 17, 2006 2:15:56 PM

  Full details are on the AudiUSA site, but here is the fine print of it: *24-month closed-end leases offered to qualified customers by Audi Financial Services through participating dealers. Must take delivery by January 2 , 2007. Required dealer contribution could affect final negotiated transaction. Lessee responsible for insurance and may have some financial liability at lease end. Lessee responsible for $0.25/mile over 15,000 miles per year and a disposition fee ... Read More

• Re: buying audi a3 [stevevw]

  Written by: ridgeback on Sep 18, 2006 12:00:22 PM

  I've just been quoted the following lease offer: 2007 A3 premium. $31,400 net, 36 month term, residual $17219, MF .00435, 10K miles per year. The MF seems VERY high to me. Doesn't .00435 work out to be almost 10% ?! Please advise, Thanks, Scott

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2007 a3 price [andres3]

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Sep 17, 2006 5:23:56 PM

  --- or find another Audi dealer you can deal with!

• Re: 2007 a3 price [stevevw]

  Written by: andres3 on Sep 17, 2006 10:10:44 AM

  walk out, stay out, and let them call you back in within a week. If they don't SCREW Audi!

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: 2007 A3 Lease Deals [wdrauch]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 12, 2006 3:31:59 AM

  Here you go, wdrauch. I haven't seen this car's 42 month lease program, so here is its 39 month program. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39 month lease of a 2007 A3 2.0T base model with 15,000 miles per year are .00336 and 47%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

Audi A4 Avant vs. Audi A3 vs. Subaru Outback

• Decisions... Decisions...

  Written by: emsg on Sep 1, 2006 11:49:07 PM

  I'm stuck between the 2006 Subaru Outback 2.5XT manual and the 2007 Audi A3 2.0T DSG after having compared a number of vehicles to replace my aging 93 Acura GSR. Read many, many reviews. Read what Consumer Reports has to say about first model year and Audi reliability. Both are cool looking vehicles and I like hatchbacks. Audi is pretentious. Subaru isn't as much. I don't really need AWD. Getting lazy ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2007 .vs. 2006 [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Aug 29, 2006 9:58:29 PM

  thanks for info. Any idea as to what percentage of all A3 sales are strictly S-line format? Any 3.2 immediately falls into S-line catagory, so that leaves 2.0T the deciding factor. If the majority of sales are S-line, perhaps Audi should just drop the other shoe and bring the S3 over?

• Re: 2007 .vs. 2006 [luckymess7]

  Written by: wdrauch on Aug 14, 2006 3:54:22 PM

  Glad to hear you love you 07 2.0t S-line. I just ordered one myself. Concerning the maintenance program for 07 my dealer told me the 5k service was covered and one can buy the "Audi Care" plan for $650 which covers maintenance every 10k miles after that. He said that for A3 leases Audi ups the residual 1% if you buy the Audi Care.

• Re: 2007 .vs. 2006 [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: wdrauch on Aug 13, 2006 4:22:55 PM

  MSRP's are up a little. Edmunds actually has the 07 A3 pricing in their "new cars" section. For 07 there's an S-line pkg offered for the 2.0t. The Audio pkg. also includes sat radio, instead of being a stand-alone option. There's also a Technology pkg that combines bi-xenon with self-dimming mirrors and Bluetooth connectivity. That's about it. My local Audi dealers have the 07 brochures on-hand.

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: 2007 A3 Lease Deals [nyaudime]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 10, 2006 3:56:16 PM

  Hello nyaudime. This car's lease program varies by trim level. For now I will assume that you are interested in the base model. Let me know if you want a different version. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2006 A3 2.0T base with 12,000 miles per year are .00325 and 53%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical ... Read More

• Re: 2007 A3 Lease Deals [moneymaz]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 10, 2006 3:47:45 PM

  Hello moneymaz. Audi has finally introduced a lease program for the 2007 A3. Its lease program for this car varies by trim level, term, and mileage allowance, so I'll have to make some assumptions. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease of a 2006 Audi A3 2.0T base model with 15,000 miles per year. The buy rate lease money factor and residual value for ... Read More

2007 GTI vs Audi A3

• Re: 2007 GTI vs Audi A3 [alexanderh]

  Written by: holdencaul on Jul 29, 2006 3:57:03 PM

  I'm in the same situation. My feeling is they're both exceptional vehicles that any discerning enthusiast would be happy with. Both possess excellent design, acceleration, handling, and panache. It's just a matter of taste between the GTI (hot hatch, sporty, slightly younger target demographic) versus the A3 (sport + luxury + marque). For me it's down to a choice of how much money I want to spend: a basic GTI (DSG ... Read More

• one more thought

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Jul 28, 2006 9:39:28 PM

  I do not know if VW offers the GTI with different suspension configurations. The Audi A3 2.0 T can be had regular or sport suspension, but the A3 3.2 AWD comes only in sport configuration. Sport config gives you very flat cornering and a very taut ride. Also, the Audis, for 2007, can be had with 19" wheels and ultra-low profile tires. With these street-creeders, bad roads won't be your friends. ... Read More

• 2007 GTI vs Audi A3

  Written by: alexanderh on Jul 26, 2006 11:24:58 AM

  I am trying to decide between the 2007 4dr GTI and the Audi A3. They seem like almost identical cars, but the Audi is more expensive. Is there any reason to pay more for the Audi?

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: July 2006 Lease Terms [phaedrus76]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 25, 2006 4:48:35 AM

  Hi phaedrus76. I know that all 2006 Audi A3 models that are leased through Audi Financial Services this money have a buy rate lease money factor of .00319. I am not sure what the residual values for the S-Line is like though. I believe that the addition of this package to models has some sort of impact upon their residual values, like a one point reduction or something like that. Don't ... Read More

A3 Conclusions/Previews of Things to Come

• I didn't find the diesel article...

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Jul 22, 2006 3:58:36 PM

  but audiworld.com did have this to say about the A3; "[for June, 2007], The Audi A3 recorded 665 sales in the U.S. , with most sales coming from the all-important Southern California market." Wonder what the model mix was (2.0 .vs. 3.2)?

Audi A4 Avant vs. Audi A3 vs. Subaru Outback

• Re: AWD car needed: Audi A4 Avant vs. Audi A3 vs. Subaru Outback [ccd1]

  Written by: mamadadapaige on Jul 13, 2006 11:48:51 AM

  hi ccd1, thanks for the advice.... funny you say that you are not sure what is most important to me, because neither am I. I drove a Toyota Highlander for 5 years, loved it! - loved the car like feeling to it. We bought a BMW X5 - I hate it. It takes quite a lot of strength just to open the door. Forget about trying to back out of the ... Read More

Audi A3

• Re: Tesgt Drive [fourrings]

  Written by: rjlaero on May 20, 2006 12:43:52 PM

  Audi does have a new 19 inch wheel that will be optional with the S line package for 2007. It's says it's a 20 spoke wheel, so it might look like the the A3 3.2 style wheel.

• Re: A3 put to the test [allhorizon]

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on May 7, 2006 10:49:16 AM

  Quite interesting about the Haldex, as the Audi A3 Product manager I spoke to insisted that the Quattro in the A3 3.2 was Audi's alone. Perhaps he was referring to a special calibration of that hardware instead? The chat made it very apparent that, at least in the A3, Audi was thinking __sport__ and nothing else for the application of their AWD. However, he commented how bad the Michigan roads were ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: why so bad? [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: rjlaero on May 5, 2006 3:31:09 PM

  Maybe things will be different for 2007. 2006 was the 1st year for the A3 in the US. I doubt Audi was going to stick their neck out too far and put a very high residual on the A3 and cut the money rate factors down on a first year production vehicle. Also, the high-ups at Audi claim their profit margins are quite small on the A3, and it's mostly a ... Read More

Audi A3

• Re: business week mag [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: esf on Apr 15, 2006 7:53:36 AM

  There's only one thing I don't want Audi to do... ...stoop low enough to start producing niche cars (CLS, R-Class, X7 rumor, etc). Otherwise, the new models from 2007-2010: Q7, RS4, S6, S8, R8 sports car, A4, A6 refresh, S4, A5, Q5, A3 Really looks like they're ready to kick some BMW butt!

• A3 2.0T Quattro and S3 2.0T...

  Written by: shipo on Apr 10, 2006 6:26:17 AM

  I read a report last night written by an individual who works for an Audi store that claims that AoA has informed his store that the A3 2.0T (both 6MT and DSG) will be available with AWD for the 2007 model year. In addition, the S3 2.0T (with two turbochargers putting out > 300HP) will debut in North America during the 2007 model year as well. Is this really going to ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Used A3 [flynlw]

  Written by: stinkwords on Apr 3, 2006 11:09:12 AM

  No navi. I held off, mainly because I want the open sky. I've been told that Audi is discontinuing the four years of free maintenance starting with the 2007 A3s, which I believe are due late summer (?). Do oil changes and periodic services add up to that much anyway?

• Re: Used A3s [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: ccd1 on Mar 29, 2006 9:05:55 AM

  I re-did my search on Edmunds. W/i 100 miles of the DC Metro there are: 3 used A3s 65 new A3s Expand to 300 miles and the number of used A3s jump to 10, so the market is not flooded with used A3s, but there are a bunch sitting on lots. New flash: I heard that for 2007, there will be a 2.0 S-line. Sounds like the S-line will have the ... Read More

• the subie vs the audi

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Mar 16, 2006 5:28:56 PM

  FYI A co-worker gave me several drives in his AWD Subaru WTX. My impressions was it was ok response wise (but you needed to get the revs up for the turbo to do anything), rode well (firm, not harsh), and cornered flatly with good control. But the interior is bargain basement (acres cheap gray plastic) and the rear seat is pretty cramped. I too am on the fence regarding the A3, ... Read More

Audi A3

• Re: I can tell you that VW is a level down on... [user1000]

  Written by: shipo on Mar 14, 2006 9:24:23 PM

  I've been quietly waiting to see what 2007 brings as well. My issue (as many of y'all have heard me say ad-nauseum) is the inability to order an A3 2.0T Sport Package, the Convenience/Bluetooth Package AND Xenon headlights. Given that both cars on either side of the 2.0T SP in the A3 lineup (i.e. the A3 2.0T Premium Package and the A3 3.2 S-Line) can be ordered with Bluetooth and Xenons, ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Is Shipo the Shipo who also loves BMW's? [shipo]

  Written by: ccd1 on Mar 7, 2006 5:29:53 AM

  While we disagree over DSG, I do agree that a rear wheel bias in the A3's AWD would improve the car's sportiness. I'm still trying to find out what 2007 holds for the A3. Perhaps better option packages for the 2.0 as well as the addition of things that should have been there to begin with: connection for ipod/MP3 player and passenger side power seats (I KNOW my wife would have ... Read More

Audi A3

• Re: ' 07 ??? [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: rjlaero on Feb 27, 2006 6:44:10 PM

  There are No 2007 Audi models of any kind at this momemt. Both the 2.0T & 3.2 A3 are 2006 models. The upcoming Q7 & RS4 to be released in May/June will be the first 2007 Audi models.

• Re: I think I had an Epiphany [andres3]

  Written by: esf on Feb 19, 2006 2:51:30 PM

  This is distressing- I have just read on another gossip website that all 2007 Audis will not have the free maintenance program, following Mercedes-Benz's lead in the act. So, what does this mean? Hurry, and get your 2006 A3 while you can!

• Re: visited my friendly audi dealer... [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: ccd1 on Feb 25, 2006 7:57:29 PM

  Why wait for 2007s??? The only thing I know for sure is that Audi is dropping its 4yr/50k free maintenance for the '07s. I'm trying to find out about any changes in the A3s for '07, but so far no luck

• visited my friendly audi dealer...

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on Feb 25, 2006 4:28:22 PM

  located near Studio City, CA (also handles Ferrari and Porsche). None of their A3's had markups; at least 10 - 20 2.0 T's and one 3.2 T Quattro w/ sticker of $39K - had "Premium" option). Service department closed on weekends and short hours on weekdays. Just car sit-in for now (waiting on 2007s' for test drive); 2.0 T had cozy nicely-trimmed interior, but wide center console cramps the leg space. ... Read More

• Re: Personally, I wouldn't consider any german car without maintenance[rjlaero]

  Written by: shipo on Feb 18, 2006 4:27:16 PM

  "BMW pays for an oil change every 15,000 miles Wow...that's really saving you a ton of money." I don't know where you got that idea; however, it is a gross oversimplification at best. If you were invest a few minutes and actually research the truth of the matter I believe that you'll find that BMW's "free" maintenance program includes the following items: - Oil Changes (including filters) at either 1 year ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Sales & lease rates [nvnick]; and '07 A3 - when?

  Written by: dbt on Nov 10, 2005 9:36:50 PM

  You wrote: Anyone know what the November residual & money factor is for the A3 Sport? How can Audi justify not discounting a car that is averaging less than 700 units sold per month (US sales)? A3: Oct 631 sold, Sep 621, Aug 738, Jul 763, Jun 564 A4: 4069 4782 3883 3933 3881 Jetta average 9500/month, Passat 4500/mo, 3 series 9300/mo Thanks for looking up these numbers. Sounds to me ... Read More

• Re: "Invoice" Price [thebody5]

  Written by: nvnick on Nov 16, 2005 7:49:09 AM

  Audi only expects or want to sell 10,000 of these cars here the first year. They are on target for what they expect to do. Wow, there must be some huge discounts coming to boost sales volume, as Oct YTD sales total 4,053. Sales peaked in July at a whopping 763, with Aug 738, Sep 621, Oct 631. Car went on sale in March, with 47 units sold. As much as ... Read More

Audi A3

• Bluetooth comments/questions (long)

  Written by: bouldermax on Oct 11, 2005 10:49:08 AM

  I have an 06 A3 w/ bluetooth, but I have yet to upgrade to a bluetooth phone, because I still have unresolved questions, as you will see. Earlier today, my Audi salesguy (Ryan) came by my office in a 2007 RS4 (yes, you read correctly) and a Treo 650 (T-Mobile) to try a little test with my A3. BTW, the RS4 is a preproduction car and is AMAZING, but I am ... Read More

• Audi or (M)ini?

  Written by: audiormini on Sep 30, 2005 3:42:31 PM

  Excuse the pun.... In the market for a unique, luxury, and sporty hatchback.......thought the A3 was the perfect answer until I read about the upcoming redesign of the Mni 2007! Does anyone think the 2007 Mini Wagon Concept will be stiff competition for the A3? More at: http://www.motoringfile.com/2005/09/13/the_mini_wagon_concept_-_in_depth Reports say it will be available in early 2007. Worth the wait or go wtih A3 now?

• Re: A3 Pricing [ivan_99]

  Written by: 2fastdre on Oct 12, 2004 11:42:14 AM

  Jesusjames, I get your Suzuki joke. Please slap me if I ever buy the Suzuki instead of an Audi. :) Golf V 2.0T 5-door is called Golf V GTI 5-door in the rest of the world. VW considers North America to be the least crucial world market. However, Audi seems to pay more attention to USA than VW. As a current Golf TDI owner, I am waiting for either Golf V ... Read More