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5 out of 5 stars

Audi A3 DSG

alan, 02/25/2006
2006 Audi A3 2.0T 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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I planned to buy this car and I test drove it, its the best transmission I ever experience, no matter up-shift or down-shift, its so smooth and I think I will make the right choice. Engine response is very good, I drove 2 turbos before and this one is a new experience since I don't need to use gas pedal and clutch to minimize the turbo lags. Thanks to DSG, and its only offer in A3s or TTs, don't get the manual, get DSG, its the best tranny so far in the market! (and its easily to get the engine improve to 250 horses and matching the V6 power - except the quattro unless you think its a must!)

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love this car

lyders, 10/02/2005
2006 Audi A3 2.0T 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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After owning two minivans in a row we were somewhat concerned about the smaller size of the Audi. The fun factor more then makes up for any size issues. We find outselves looking for reasons to go places. This car is a blast to drive. Mileage after 1200 miles on the odometer is averaging about 28-30 mpg. Fit and finish is great, performance is outstanding. All in all a very impressive car at this point.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

The S.U.V. alternative

Michael Zebrowski, 11/03/2005
2006 Audi A3 2.0T 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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I love my new A3. I originally wanted to buy an S.U.V., but with gas prices on the rise with no end in sight, I needed to look for something else. The A3 offers the refinement of a near luxury car, a genuine sporty pretense, and real utility, all with great gas mileage. With the rear seats folded down you can fit an amazing amout of stuff in this vehicle. I got mine with the sport package and believe me, the A3 handles at least as well or better than my former Infiniti G35. The A3 is a great value for what you get. I highly recommend at least giving it a serious look. In my opinion, the A3 and cars like it will eventually replace SUV's in America as gas prices clime to near Europe prices.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Very smooth ride

Matthew, 11/13/2005
2006 Audi A3 2.0T 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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It has the same engine as the A4 with a smaller, lighter chassis, so it is quick. I feel NO turbo lag at all -- amazing! I got the premium, cold weather and open sky packages. Seat heaters are great and premium makes this feel like a higher end car. I don't recommend the BOSE radio - not impressive during test drive and not worth it at $900. I'm an audio guy but the standard one is really about the same. Ride is quite stiff even without the sport package's tight suspension - you decide if tighter is better. Audi has a bad reliability reputation, but this model is not new -- it's been around in Europe for quite a while. Overall, a very refined machine.

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4 out of 5 stars

Just got it and love it

john m, 11/22/2005
2006 Audi A3 2.0T 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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Just bought my A3 yesterday and I have to say that I am impressed. I went from the VW Jetta GLS VR6 to the smooth 2.0 T and it is night and day. The DSG transmission is a must. The open sky is very enjoyable. The car drives smoothly at low and high speeds and has enough kick to make it a sport's car.

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