2008 Audi A3 Consumer Discussions

Audi A3 Transmission Problems

• 2008 A3 DSG Transmission

  Written by: beeemannn on Jun 8, 2010 2:05:17 PM

  I'm new here so let me first say that I love my Audi A3! So much car in what really is a little package...it's fast, fun to drive, handles awesomely, gets great gas milage (no joke...up to 34 mpg at high highway speeds), it's roomy (I'm 6'-0" and can stertch out), and I can go on and on. However, I've been experiencing similar transmission quirkiness you all have been explaining in ... Read More

• AUDI A3 2.0 T 2008 JERKING PROBLEMS

  Written by: samascl on May 11, 2010 6:01:31 AM

  We own an A4 2008 and an A3 2008, the A3(automatic) at 28k is doing the same thing that everyone describes here, the moving forward in park + an annoying jerking reaction everytime the car is seating in traffic and you press the gas to take off, the cars seems and act like a manual car taking off, the cars is not able to pass first gear and jerks and then ... Read More

2007 GTI vs Audi A3

• Re: The difference is in the details and quality [qbrozen]

  Written by: andres3 on Aug 24, 2011 10:18:17 AM

  I'm curious where that 163 lbs comes from. I agree with you that lighter is better, especially for handling in this car, I have the 2006 A3, 2.0T, so I agree, lighter up front, more balanced, better choice than 3.2 engine. However, you can just "chip" the 2.0T and your instantly faster than the 3.2 even in a straight line, which by the way, the V6 isn't even sold anymore. The ... Read More

Audi A3 Transmission Problems

• Re: 2008 A3 DSG Transmission [beeemannn]

  Written by: beeemannn on Sep 6, 2010 11:56:12 AM

  UPDATE While on my road trip this summer, got a call from my Audi dealer to tell me there was a recall that included my A3 which (possibly) dealt with the transmission related issues I have been experiencing. Upon returning from my trip a couple of weeks ago, I brought the car in to have the work taken care of (free of charge), which involved something that controls the shifting of ... Read More

• car bucking between 2d and 3rd gear

  Written by: kopp2it on Sep 5, 2010 9:49:28 PM

  I have a 2008 A3 2.0T. About a year and a half ago the transmission starting bucking between 2nd and third gear when i did a hard accelerate from a stop. It would hesitate and then sort of slam into gear. First Audi said nothing was wrong. Then they said it was the mechatronic, which they replaced a year ago. It didn't fix it. November 2009 they replaced the entire transmission. ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Audi A3 no deal

  Written by: aaasupr1 on Jul 5, 2010 10:10:15 PM

  Tried to get one it was a bit tough. Tried to get a used 2008 with 25000 mi for 23000. This was not the TDI, but it was a quattro. Dealer came down to 24500 but would not budge. What really killed the deal was the extended warranty for this vehicle. It was 3200 dollars, so you all better reconsider buying this one used.

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 Electrical Problems

• Audi A3 Electrical Problems

  Written by: md101 on Dec 25, 2009 11:12:05 AM

  I have a 2008 A3 3.2 with 21k miles. This car has been back into Audi several times Many of the problems are intermittent and Audi hasn't been able to figure out or fix. It's scheduled to go back in next week, because the electric windows sometimes do not operate (again) and the 1 touch is not working (again). They've reset the system twice before - that fixes problem temporarily, however ... 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

A3? Subaru? VW Wagon?

• Re: A3? Subaru? VW Wagon? [navybean]

  Written by: ddmarobbins on Aug 22, 2009 9:12:38 AM

  Hi, I've had my 2008 A3 2.0 front wheel drive since Dec 07. 16K miles on it now. Our other cars are an aging but invincible Volvo XC90 that our teenagers drive, and a 2008 BMW RWD (worse than my Audi in the snow). We live in Seattle where the roads are wet Oct to May, with occasional city-crippling snowstorms during which we wait for the snow and ice to melt. ... Read More

Audi A3 Audio/Entertainment System Questions

• Factory Ipod not displaying songs

  Written by: s_linejesse on Jun 22, 2009 7:33:42 PM

  I have a 2008 A3 S-Line 2.0T with a factory installed Ipod glovebox interface. The radio is an Audi concert with satilite radio prewiring (not activated). The question I have is; when I insert my Ipod, the radio just displays CD track numbers. No song names are displayed. :( What do I need a $250 interface for if the display shows no more than a normal audio Aux input? Is there ... 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.

• 16" snows on an A3 + TPMS

  Written by: huntzinger on Apr 1, 2009 7:26:10 AM

  Just wanted to document this so that others can find it. The Mrs got a left-over 2008 Audi A3 this past summer and in the fall, we went through the routine of putting dedicated snow tires on it. Two interesting items came to light: Car came with its OEM default 17" wheels, but for snows, smaller is better and we had a set of existing 16" Audi rims from our prior ... Read More

• 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

Audi A3

• Re: Audi A3 Diesel coming for the USA ?? [nomowhale]

  Written by: JLaw012 on Jan 17, 2009 11:07:09 PM

  37k? who spends that much on an A3? i got a brand new 2.0T 2008 prem pack 6 speed manual,charcoal for $25,000 and that includes it being delivered over 1000 miles. i almost got he Volvo C30 but the space was an issue and the price was well over the A3,

Audi A3 Tire/Wheel Questions

• 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

Audi A3

• Re: Audi A3 Diesel coming for the USA ?? [reality2]

  Written by: geewillie on Oct 28, 2008 2:20:32 PM

  Related to what your dealer told you about inadequate stock of A3s in the U.S., that is consistent with what I quote from in the latest Audi Club magazine article, "SHRINKING PAIN," quattro quarterly, fall 2008, p. 17: "According to Audi of America, sales of the A3 are not limited by market forces, but by supply. AoA sells every single A3 it gets. The car is in such high demand worldwide ... Read More

• Re: Audi A3 Diesel coming for the USA ?? [dino001]

  Written by: nomowhale on Sep 11, 2008 3:50:26 PM

  I couldn't agree with you more. The car is overpriced. The head of the Audi Dealers Association in the US said the car is not moving because it is priced 10% too high. Sales of the A3 are very weak this year. My car was a 2006 pre-owned so I didn't get killed. I was offered a 2008 base model at $2000 under invoice but I decided to go with the ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Bought new 2008 A3 2.0T for $22,700 in MA

  Written by: maxbos on Aug 25, 2008 11:46:51 AM

  Bought a basic A3 with manual transmission (MSRP $26.705) for $22,700. No special Audi financing though... The car is black, 10 miles on the odometer, fresh stock. Hope it's useful for someone negotiating a purchase. max_bos

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

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Bought 2008 A3 in SF Bay Area

  Written by: audifun on Aug 13, 2008 8:59:52 PM

  Specs: 8PA52X A3 2.0T 4-DR AUTO S TRONIC FWD 3FB OPEN SKY SYSTEM 9ZG BLUETOOTH PHONE PREP PBA IPOD INTERFACE WQB S-LINE SPORT PACKAGE METALLIC PAINT MSRP $32,920 Purchased for $29,200 (about 3 weeks ago) Invoice was $30,671 including destination, dealer claimed invoice of $31,025 after including advertising and other nonsense charges. Audi is/was running a $2,000 dealer cash promo. Dealer offered $29,650, I countered $29,200, dealer accepted. No further surprises ... Read More

• Re: More Quote on 08 A3 (Socal Area) [malibu8]

  Written by: 4hero on Aug 1, 2008 8:36:25 AM

  2008 Audi A3 2.0T Automatic tranismission Lava gray - exterior Black leather - interior Open sky system Heated front seats Bluetooth phone prep Audi DVD navigation w/ Ipod adaptor Premium package Convenience package Bi-xenon headlights M.S.R.P. - $36,220.00 + fee's (tax, title, license) Your price - $32,064.14 + fee's (tax, title, license) I just wanted Lava Gray + audio package, but the dealer said this is the closest they could find ... Read More

• More Quote on 08 A3 (Socal Area)

  Written by: audifans on Jul 25, 2008 11:40:57 PM

  New 2008 A3 - White 2.0T FWD Automatic Premium Pkg Open Sky Convenience Pkg Heated Seats Approx. $28,300 with Audi 2.99 APR and Approx $26,700 (without Audi Finance) roughly 5.99 APR third Party Financial Inst. ...With Tax & Reg. Any comments folks ( I getting tired just listen and talking to these sale pro. ) Thanks a millionsss.

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: The lease deal I got [billdct]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 18, 2008 2:35:42 AM

  You're very welcome, billdct. It certainly does not appear that Audi wants to lease the 2008 A3 right now. It completely eliminated all of its lease support on it in July. On the bright side, it introduced new dealer cash on it this month, $2,000 on the 2WD and $2,500 on the quattro. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: 2008 A3 2.0T - 6S Manual [zepp]

  Written by: gkelm on Jul 16, 2008 1:09:37 PM

  Wow, killer deal...and the one ssanders1 got back at the end of 07. I've been looking to replace my 01 325i...looked at TL, G35, Accord Coupe, etc, and stoppped in the Audi dealership on a whim. Loved driving the A3. They showed me... - 08 A3 black/black - 8,800 miles (service loaner) - S-Line (and maybe IPOD?) - ext. warranty - priced at 28,900 Sounds like I ought to be able ... Read More

• Re: "New" (leftover) 2008 [blugekko]

  Written by: huntzinger on Jul 1, 2008 10:45:29 AM

  Pre-2008.5 revision? Ah, that might explain another piece that came out at closing. It turns out that there was some sort of giveback in the price that hadn't been mentioned and the issue was that the 2.9% financing that we had been offered wasn't technically eligible to be combined with it. Our salesman apologized for the error, then made good with a $858 refund on the spot. This is the difference ... Read More

• Re: "New" (leftover) 2008 [jxbst15]

  Written by: nomowhale on Jun 26, 2008 2:43:24 PM

  At a dealer in CT, I was offered $200 under invoice for a nicely loaded 2008 A3 and $2000 under invoice for a pretty bare bones A3. I passed on both because he lured me back to the dealership when I told him I was going with 2006 pre-owned by telling me the fully loaded one was $2000 under invoice. When we sat down to finalize the deal, he told me ... Read More

• "New" (leftover) 2008

  Written by: huntzinger on Jun 23, 2008 7:58:14 AM

  It seems that the prices on leftover 2008s are getting pretty serious... New 2008 A3 - Ocean Blue 2.0T FWD Automatic Premium Pkg Open Sky Convenience Pkg Heated Seats iPod Bluetooth BOSE/Sirius satellite MSRP = $34070 1st Offer from Dealer: $31600 (Claimed as "$500 below Invoice"; Edmunds lists Invoice at $31,739 ) 2nd Offer from dealer: $29,750. Expect to pick it up tmorrow. Onto some other factors.... Also asked about adding ... Read More

• Re: Audi A3 2008 pricing? [finishline]

  Written by: blueguydotcom on Sep 13, 2007 2:39:31 PM

  Buy used. Sadly the A3's resale isn't so bueno, so you can get a used 1 year old model for about 33% off MSRP.

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• June Lease Program?

  Written by: manolo444 on Jun 17, 2008 8:09:44 AM

  Hi, I have been shopping around for an Audi A3, Manual, Premium Package and Open Sky - Lease 36 months/12K The quotes I have been getting seem very hight to me: between $500 and $550. What is the residual and money factore for such a car? Is this due to the fact that they are trying to get rid of the 2008 A4 (the 1st answer i get from dealers when ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Audi A3 2008 pricing? [z4girl]

  Written by: finishline on Sep 13, 2007 2:10:32 PM

  I'm in practically the same boat Z4girl, only I'm in Ohio instead of beautiful, sunny Southern California. So I have the same question. Anyone getting great deals on the '08 A3? I'm not paying close to sticker. If that's what it takes, I'll shop on.

• Audi A3 2008 pricing?

  Written by: z4girl on Sep 11, 2007 4:22:02 PM

  HI, I'm considering trading my wonderful, precious Z4 to a more practical Audi A3. I need to drive a lot more in the future in a more demanding climate etc. etc. Anyway, I checked the pricing in Edmunds, and the MSRP of a 2.0 T with automatic transmission and the options I wanted was $33,070. Invoice was $30,614 and the TMV was $32,963! In other words, it seems that people are ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• The lease deal I got

  Written by: nbaror on Jun 2, 2008 10:27:26 AM

  Hi all, I just got a 2008 A3 2.0T Manual Trans with Premium Package, Open Sky and iPod. Black on Black. MSRP: $29,555 Final Negotiated Price: $27,281.00 Monthly Payment for 3yrs / 15K miles: $399.99 Money down was 2,000 Here's the breakdown for the down payment: Cap Cost Reduction: $730.25 First monthly payment: $400 Acquisition Fee: $575 CA License Fee: $241 Doc Fee: $45 CA Tire Fee: $8.75 Purchased at Rusnak ... Read More

Changes You'd Like To See in the A3

• 2009 is on order ... sort of

  Written by: huntzinger on Jun 2, 2008 7:45:08 AM

  Things that I would have liked to have seen: a) A diesel motor option. b) Some exterior color that's NOT on the VW GTI list. Currently, the Azure Blue that's supposed to be available for 09 is on a "delayed introduction". No word yet as to what its ETA might be, so we might cancel the order...can save $5K if we buy a GTI, or a 2008 left-over. c) Cloth interior ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Thoughts on this deal please?

  Written by: bajafresh on May 17, 2008 6:27:15 PM

  Hi all. I would like to purchase a new 2008 A3 next week in the Detroit area, and I would like some thoughts on the deal. Here are the vehicle details - 2.0T manual Premium package Heated seats Open sky roof Sticker price $29,755 Negotiated price $27,500, including Audi Care maintenance With tax + fees = +/- $29,450 out the door. It seems pretty good to me, but I'd appreciate any ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: Is this a good lease deal on the A3? [jkenik]

  Written by: Car_man on May 5, 2008 3:21:51 AM

  Hi jkenik. $300 under dealer invoice is an excellent selling price for a 2008 Audi A3. The money factor that you were quoted looks good as well. It is right in line with what Audi's April buy rate was in the states that it is running its special enhanced lease offer on this car in, assuming that you are having your car's security deposit waived. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• new a3

  Written by: jxbst15 on Apr 9, 2008 5:31:25 AM

  Here's what I paid for my wife's A3 in Maryland...probably could have negotiated price down a bit more but liked the dealership and didn't want to have to go 50 miles to the other Audi dealerships who were basically selling at or below invoice. 2008 A3 2.0T 6sp Manual Misano Red Pearl Effect S Line Package Heated Seats Open Sky iPod interface Sirius Satellite Radio Audicare $32,500 drive off the lot ... Read More

• Used Audi A3 prices

  Written by: saintforlife on Mar 24, 2008 2:18:26 PM

  I am in the market for a used Audi A3 and I was thinking that the used car prices listed on TMV is a little too conservative. The particular model that I am looking for 2006 A3 6-speed MT with leather seats and less than 30,000 miles is listed at a dealer price of $18,500 on TMV. But I cannot find a used A3 with the options I want for less ... Read More

Audi A3

• Euro delivery of 2009 A3?

  Written by: huntzinger on Mar 21, 2008 2:46:41 PM

  Hi all, Been awhile since I've really been active on Edmunds. Wife is thinking about an A3 and if I heard correctly, isn't Audi now offering a European delivery program (finally)? In either case, was wondering if anyone knows when 2009 production is going to start...looks like 2008 was into the USA by roughly August, so I was wondering if we could do a May/June order for July/August pickup of an ... 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

• Lease Quoted in Santa Barbara, CA

  Written by: migity on Feb 26, 2008 10:04:36 AM

  Does this seem fair? I would prefer to have a zero drive off, is this possible with Audi? Below is the e-mail quote I received from the Internet Sales Manager: ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 2008 Audi A3 2.0T S-Tronic Lava Gray Pearl Effect Light Gray Leather Options: Premium Package Open Sky System Heated Seats Rear Side Airbags Wood Trim iPod Adapter MSRP: $32,685 Internet Price: $31,272 36 month lease with 10K miles/year $339 plus ... Read More

• Re: Feb's MF and Residual? [jccai1]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 8, 2008 3:27:16 AM

  Hi jccai1. Audi is running a special lease program on the 2008 A3 in certain states right now. Unfortunately, Texas is not one of them. As a result, if you were to lease one through Audi Financial Services in your area right now, you would have to use its standard lease money factors. Even though AFS' standard factor isn't great, it is a lot better than the .00345 that you were ... Read More

Article Comments - 2008 Audi A3 Cabriolet First Drive

• Article Comments - 2008 Audi A3 Cabriolet First Drive

  Written by: KarenS on Feb 6, 2008 9:50:36 AM

  No sooner had BMW kicked off the launch of its new 1 Series convertible in Valencia, Spain, than we were driving the 2008 Audi A3 Cabriolet a week later under similarly sunny skies a few hours up the road in Marseilles, France. First Drive: 2008 Audi A3 Cabriolet

Audi A3

• Re: Drove two A3s today... [andres3]

  Written by: shipo on Jan 11, 2008 12:35:22 PM

  "Interesting your already in the market for a new Audi A3! I can see why, as I and others, including CR ranked it as one of the most very satisfying owner experiences with any vehicle." Already? Uhhh, my current car has 154,000 miles on it. While it has been the model of reliability, it is getting a little long in the tooth. "One thing... if you don't like to put your ... Read More

• Re: Drove two A3s today... [shipo]

  Written by: andres3 on Jan 11, 2008 12:03:27 PM

  Interesting your already in the market for a new Audi A3! I can see why, as I and others, including CR ranked it as one of the most very satisfying owner experiences with any vehicle. One thing... if you don't like to put your hands where they are "supposed" to be on the steering wheel (where the paddles work just great in their current placement), then just use the up/down DSG ... Read More

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: January #'s for A3 [novatt]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 8, 2008 3:27:43 AM

  Greetings novatt. Here is the information that you're looking for. Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a base 2008 Audi A3 2.0T with 12,000 miles per year are .00286 and 58%, respectively in most of the country. In California, Florida, and Washington DC Audi is running a special, enhanced lease program on this car featuring a money factor of ... Read More

• Re: Hey Car Man [jdmjd]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 8, 2008 3:03:44 AM

  Hi jdmjd. Unless your son is notoriously tough on his vehicles, he probably would be better off passing on the excess wear and tear coverage. Audi's WearCare plan is a different story though. The cost of this pre-paid maintenance plan is partially offset by a special residual value boost that Audi provides on leased vehicles that are covered by this plan. If your son knows that he will drive more than ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Audi A3 Lease [cmel]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 14, 2007 2:57:49 AM

  Hello cmel. A selling price of below dealer invoice is an excellent deal on a leased 2008 Audi A3 right now. I don't think that you are going to be able to do much better than this. Just make sure that the dealer you are working with uses Audi Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor of .00286 to calculate your monthly payment and you're all set. Audi is running ... Read More

• Re: '07 or '08 Lease? [hnet]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 14, 2007 2:22:12 AM

  Hi hnet. Audi is running a special lease program on the 2008 A3 this month, but it is only available in certain areas, specifically California, Washington DC, and Florida. In these areas, Audi Financial Services' buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of an '08 A3 2.0T Premium with 12,000 miles per year are .00075 and 53%, respectively. The residual value for leases outside of ... Read More

• Re: Current Lease Program [lulu20]

  Written by: blakebart on Dec 13, 2007 8:47:47 PM

  Hi, It looks like the lease payment is too low, maybe a typo? Here's the current A3 lease deal Audi is offering, seen on a California Audi dealer site: _______________ $349* lease per month for 36 months Now through January 2, 2008 Down payment: $2,499 Refundable security deposit: $350 Acquisition fee: $575 First month's payment: $349 Amount due at lease inception: $3,773 Excludes taxes, title and dealer fees *36-mo. closed-end lease ... Read More

• Current Lease Program

  Written by: lulu20 on Dec 12, 2007 2:12:05 PM

  Hello, I am new to the forum and not all that brilliant at number crunching. Can someone evaluate this lease offer and provide an opinion on whether it's a decent deal? Or maybe throw in some tips on how to get a better deal? Thanks so much!! $279 lease per month for 36 months Down payment: $2,500 Refundable security deposit: $300 Acquisition fee: $575 First month's payment: $279 Amount due at ... Read More

• 2008 Audi A3 Lease

  Written by: cmel on Dec 6, 2007 12:15:27 PM

  Hi Car_man, I’m looking to lease a 2008 A3 2.0T S tronic with Preminum package, open sky, and ipod interface. My local dealer offers me this: MSRP Price: $32,385.00 Invoice Price: $29,845.00 Your Price: $29,500.00 Lease 36 months at 10K miles per year: Drive Off: $2,000.00 36 months at: $365.01 + Tax What do you think? Is this a good price or still can negotiable? Thanks, cmel

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Pretty happy with mine

  Written by: esingollo on Nov 8, 2007 3:53:54 PM

  I bought a 2008 A3 a little more than a week ago. I thought I would detail some of my buying experiences, since it may help some people (several of these postings helped me). Hmm: where to start. I live in San Francisco, CA, and parking is an issue. These fit in quite a few places, and I have begun to see a lot of them around. It also seems to ... Read More

• 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? [panxd01]

  Written by: andres3 on Oct 5, 2007 9:57:49 AM

  Looks like a fair price to me.... 3K+ below MSRP is a very good deal on an A3.

• 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: A3 Lease Rates [pfje]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 1, 2007 3:34:39 AM

  Hi pfje. You're only being given a $100 discount on the A3 that you are interested in . I am not personally all that familiar with what the market is like for the A3 right now, but that's not a very good deal. Combine the lack of discount with this car's lousy lease program and it becomes a pretty expensive vehicle to lease. You never mentioned what model year the car ... Read More

• 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 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Audi A3 2008 pricing? [z4girl]

  Written by: andres3 on Sep 14, 2007 2:50:50 PM

  Just get 4 or 5 quotes from your nearest Audi dealers' internet departments (yes, this might mean going 120 miles out or so), and pick the lowest one; it's likely to be a very good price!

Audi A3 Lease Questions

• Re: New A3 lease deal? [teddyoh]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 16, 2007 2:39:20 AM

  Welcome aboard teddyoh. Audi has introduced a lease program on the 2008 A3, but it is not very good yet. Through September 4th, its buy rate lease money factor for it is .00317. I suspect that this money factor will get better over time, but in general Audi has not been providing a lot of support on the A3. It is a little too expensive for what it is for my ... 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

• Re: New A3 lease deal?

  Written by: rong on Jul 27, 2007 10:43:18 AM

  Does anybody know if Audi is expected to renew it lease program on the 2008 A3? are they coming in August? I am also looking at the A4 and the BMW 328 and so far the BMW with leather, auto, sport Pckg for $465 with first payment DMV and security deposit seems to be the best deal. A4 is the end of its life (2009 new model) and the A3 has ... Read More

A3 Conclusions/Previews of Things to Come

• A3 Conclusions/Previews of Things to Come

  Written by: ccd1 on Jul 13, 2006 6:55:46 AM

  After hanging around several Audi forums, the overwhelming conclusion is that the A3 3.2 is just not worth the extra money over the 2.0. If you want more power, the 2.0T can be chipped for 20-30 extra ponies, depending on the octane you are willing to put in the tank. Chip and add a rear anti-sway bar and you are done. Both can be done for FAR less than the cost ... Read More

Audi A3 Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Best Time to Buy [ccd1]

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on May 14, 2006 10:21:30 AM

  If S3 comes in 2008, won't it most likely be based on the Golf Mk 6 platform? That would let Audi put in a bigger engine and offer a bigger dose of sport handling and performance. A side note: Most of the "other" A3 forums speak of nothing but re-chipping the engines to get out every last HP. In some cases the results are shredded trans or half axles. But the ... Read More

Audi A3

• Re: another surprise.. [shipo]

  Written by: kurtamaxxxguy on May 11, 2006 1:19:57 PM

  thanks, Shipo! Good info! Also looks like a major change for the Haldex in 2008. Will read more at that site. Audi product manager told me the A3 was an __exclusive__ system, then sort of hedged and said the engine in 3.2 came from VW (R32). Now the rest of it comes out. So other than DSG and some shock/drive calibration, what's different about A3 AWD .vs. Volvo and others using ... Read More

• Re: ahh. [kurtamaxxxguy]

  Written by: ccd1 on Mar 23, 2006 9:44:42 AM

  The S4 get 340hp from its V-8, the RS4 gets 420hp. The V-8 barely fit into the A4 after a bunch of modifications to make it shorter. I doubt it would ever fit into the A3. Since the "RS" cars are Audi's stupidly fast cars, 350hp is probably close to the max hp you can get out of the 6 cylnder engine. The 3.2 will have to be a hit before ... Read More

• Re: 3.2 [allhorizon]

  Written by: ccd1 on Mar 9, 2006 5:07:55 AM

  Go to fourtitude.com and check out their news section. AOA (Audi of Am) and Audi of Canada posted January sales. The sales figures are up substantially (over 20 percent off the top of my head). A3 sales are listed, but not sales projections for the A3 so it is impossible to tell how well A3 sales are doing. The figures show that the A4 is model that sells the best. The ... Read More

• allhorizon and acorin88 and kurt

  Written by: blueguydotcom on Jun 4, 2005 9:56:12 AM

  Acorin88, nice to hear the car is performing well for you. I'm still shocked that this funky station wagon/hatch is continuing to fascinate me. That 2.0 and the DSG is such a killer combo. Of course 3 years from now DSG (or close variation) will probably be everywhere. But for now VW/Audi seem to have it dialed in. As someone mentioned before the Cayman S with DSG could be sensational... that ... Read More