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  • $9,995
    good price
    $1,149 below market
    • 71,679 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • IDrive MOTORS (Nampa, ID)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Leather Seats
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    Located in Nampa, ID / 2,033 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    At iDrive Motors LLC, we make car buying easy! ???From sedans and SUVs to trucks and foreign vehicles, we've got great options for every budget. We of...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUMFAFM8BA070047
    Stock: 070047
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    • 137,175 miles
    • 1 accident, 5 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Spotless Auto (San Antonio, TX)
    • Leather Seats
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    Located in San Antonio, TX / 1,365 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Experience driving excellence with this 2011 Audi A3 2.0T Premium PZEV Wagon, a versatile and stylish vehicle designed to elevate your daily commute. ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBEAFM4BA155400
    Stock: 28119
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-09-2026

  • $10,995
    fair price
    $8 below market
    • 57,356 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Panda Autos (Vienna, VA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Vienna, VA / 16 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Our 2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium Wagon is:Vehicle Runs Well, Smooth ride, All records in possession, Upgraded stereo, Regularly maintained, Lots of st...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBJAFM4CA046660
    Stock: K6660A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $9,999
    fair price
    $184 above market
    • 75,146 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Select Motors (Wichita, KS)
    • Leather Seats
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    Located in Wichita, KS / 1,075 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Reduced price is firm.Get ready to rev up your driving experience with this sleek and stylish Silver 2012 Audi A3! Equipped with a powerful 2.0L DOHC ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM7CA127110
    Stock: B6923
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

    • 67,368 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Audi Columbia (Columbia, SC)
    • Leather Seats
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    Located in Columbia, SC / 393 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Odometer is 48963 miles below market average! Clean CARFAX. CARFAX One-Owner.2012 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Clean CarFax, Local Trade, One Owner, Well Main...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBEAFM7CA030716
    Stock: A12653A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-19-2026

    • 73,945 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 30 Hwy MPG
    • Audi Nashville (Brentwood, TN)
    • Leather Seats
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    Located in Brentwood, TN / 552 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Enjoy sporty performance and premium craftsmanship in this 2012 Audi A3 2.0T Premium, now available at Audi Nashville. This compact luxury hatchback d...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUFEAFM5CA044907
    Stock: MCA044907
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-17-2026

  • $8,990
    fair price
    $639 below market
    • 98,475 miles
    • No accidents, 6 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • DecentRide.Com (West Chester, OH)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in West Chester, OH / 369 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Blue 2011 Audi A3 2.0T Quattro Station Wagon 4D 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter Auto, 6-Speed w/Dbl Clutch.An extremely impressive history showing on Carfax r...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUMFAFM3BA066262
    Stock: 066262
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $7,995
    fair price
    $337 above market
    • 133,338 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Paris Motors (Grand Rapids, MI)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Grand Rapids, MI / 503 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    This outstanding example of a 2011 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Plus is offered by Paris Motors Inc.. This Audi A3 features AWD. That means power and control ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUMFAFM3BA044780
    Stock: 044780
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-07-2026

    • 131,283 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Excalibur Auto Group (Kennewick, WA)
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Kennewick, WA / 2,153 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    *** TDI TURBO DIESEL***HATCHBACK*** PREMIUM SOUND, BACK-UP CAMERA, LEATHER HEATED SEATS, CRUISE CONTROL, CLIMATE CONTROL, BLUETOOTH, USB CONNECT, DUAL...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: Yes

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKJAFM5DA028511
    Stock: p18351
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-17-2026

  • $10,499
    fair price
    $720 above market
    • 95,826 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • University Volkswagen (Seattle, WA)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,296 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Locally Owned, Low Miles!, Premium Plus Package, Quattro All-Wheel-Drive, Leather Seating, Sport Suspension Calibration, Illuminated Vanity Mirrors, C...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUMFAFM6BA058138
    Stock: 261095A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-15-2026

  • New Listing
    • 94,875 miles
    • No accidents, 5 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Dams Auto (Cleveland, OH)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
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    Located in Cleveland, OH / 277 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    We work per appointment. Please call and set up an appointment before coming in. DAMS Auto LLC www.damsauto.com 18931 St Clair Ave Cleveland, OH 44110...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBFAFM5BA106235
    Stock: 14248
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 11-27-2025

    • 100,143 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Autoplex Motors (Lynnwood, WA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Lynnwood, WA / 2,295 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    The 2011 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Plus PZ boasts a powerful 2.0L Turbo I4 engine with 200hp and 207ft. lbs. of torque, delivering a dynamic driving experi...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM5BA018966
    Stock: 13015
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-22-2025

  • $7,795
    good price
    $915 below market
    • 119,674 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Madhatter Motors Co (Nampa, ID)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
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    Located in Nampa, ID / 2,033 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium Wagon Diesel Efficiency + Luxury Style! 119,674 Miles Premium Plus Package Leather Seats + Power Seat Navigation + Blueto...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKJAFM8CA108254
    Stock: 3175
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-04-2026

  • $8,400
    good price
    $1,403 below market
    • 75,455 miles
    • 3 accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Supreme Auto Group (Jacksonville, FL)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Jacksonville, FL / 647 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Used 2012 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Wagon 4D for sale in Jacksonville, FL.LOW MILES!!!Price excludes government fees and taxes, finance charges, Pre-delive...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFMXCA140191
    Stock: 24057
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-30-2025

  • $6,995
    good price
    $1,338 below market
    • 131,922 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Victory Auto Sales (Santa Maria, CA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
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    Located in Santa Maria, CA / 2,366 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Visit Victory Auto Sales online at victoryautosantamaria.com to see more pictures of this vehicle or call us at 805-937-0421 today to schedule your te...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM9CA077228
    Stock: 25-002
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-25-2025

  • $7,988
    fair price
    $52 above market
    • 115,205 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Auto Empire (Midvale, UT)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Midvale, UT / 1,817 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Clean Diesel with S tronic Fuel-efficient luxury hatchback powered by Audi s legendary TDI diesel engine. Sporty, comfortable, ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBJAFM9CA033418
    Stock: 033418
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-07-2026

  • $8,999
    fair price
    $802 above market
    • 139,711 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Real Deal Cars (Everett, WA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Everett, WA / 2,291 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    3 Month - 3,000 Miles Warranty Clean Title - Clean Carfax Local WA compact premium hatchback S Line Package-Diesel ALL TRADES ARE WELCOME Read More

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKJAFM8CA123367
    Stock: 123367
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-09-2026

    • 74,091 miles
    • No accidents, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Chicago Motors Direct (Addison, IL)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Addison, IL / 589 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    *AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT ONLY** CALL 630-400-9707 ULTRA CLEAN LOW MILEAGE AUDI A3 WAGON S-LINE WITH ONLY 74000 MILES** PANORAMIC ROOF** H...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKJAFM1CA015043
    Stock: 015043
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-10-2025

    • 129,601 miles
    • No accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 30 Hwy MPG
    • Top Gear (Addison, IL)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Addison, IL / 587 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Vehicle Overview KEY FEATURES AND OPTIONS Comes equipped with: Air Conditioning, MP3, Bluetooth. This Audi A3 also includes Power Driver's Seat, Clima...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUPEAFM6AA115775
    Stock: D444
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-17-2026

    • 114,323 miles
    • No accidents, 6 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 30 Hwy MPG
    • Emerald City Motorsports (Seattle, WA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,296 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    The 2012 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Wagon 4D is a well-rounded vehicle that offers a blend of performance, comfort, and practicality. If in good condition, ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUFEAFM6CA070125
    Stock: 3409
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 11-21-2025

    • 118,012 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Fair Deal Auto Sales (Houston, TX)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
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    Located in Houston, TX / 1,198 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    One owner Super nice !!!!! Must see

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM1CA049391
    Stock: 049391
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-18-2025

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thisisnick, 09/30/2020
2011 Audi A3 2.0T PZEV Premium 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
Most reviews on this car come from 0-2 years after it was new. That's all well and good if you're looking for a general features list, but won't give you an idea of what it's like to own this car with years under its belt and gremlins shaken out. Here, I'll outline the maintenance I've done on this car and my opinions of it so that late buyers can make a more informed decision. For … reference, my vehicle is a 2011 2.0 TFSI (EA888 Gen1) with a manual transmission, s-line trim (on the standard suspension), with tech package (bluetooth, heated seats and mirrors.) It's bone stock, with 83k miles on the clock. First off, the problems. Starting with the worst of it, the engine in this car (EA888 Gen1) has a recall on the timing chain tensioner that you should absolutely be aware of. The factory tensioner can fail at any time without warning, causing severe damage to the interference engine. If this maintenance hasn't been done on the car you want to buy, budget $800-$1200 to have it done preventatively IMMEDIATELY or you'll be sorry. Most vehicles have had this maintenance, but not all! A good mechanic can check if this was done in less than an hour. I had this maintenance done this year. On the subject of timing, the chain is subject to stretch and you should consider replacement at around 120k miles. If you're replacing the chain, also consider replacing the (plastic!!!) guides. A total chain replacement, including the tensioner, guides and chain cost me a little under $2k. The engine is susceptible to carbon buildup. You should have the valves media blasted at least every 50k miles, possibly less. I'm due for this service in about 20k miles. To stave this issue off, change the oil every 5k miles instead of Audi's recommended 10k, My seat backs came unglued in 2020 on an extremely hot summer day. They cost $200 new from Audi, or $15 to fix myself with sandpaper and JB Weld. I chose option B. Intake manifold failed shortly after I bought this car in 2017. The part was still under warranty so it was free to replace. Be aware that the manifold is a plastic, non-serviceable part so if anything fails the only option is to replace it. I haven't run into any issues with the fuel pumps, water pump, AC compressor, or electronics in the car, but forums indicate that others have. Finally, be aware that the car is somewhat small. Be sure to test drive this if you're very tall, as mine was sold to me by a 6'4" man who found it uncomfortable after just a few months. I'm 5'10" and the car fits me fine. ...so are there any good things to say about this car? Yes! First off, it's just plain satisfying to drive. The engine makes enough power where the car never gets in its own way. The interior is barely showing any signs of age at the nearly 10 year mark (some very minor chipping has started near the cup holders), the leather seats have held up well, and the dashboard came at the tail end of the pre-infotainment days so you get physical buttons for everything (unless its a premium plus model, which did come with a touch screen. Visibility is good. Storage space is excellent for the size, as you'd expect for a hatchback. Turning radius is tight, and the car feels nimble surrounded by SUVs. You'll find parking that the big guys can't use and be able to perform quick U-turns on roads where other cars will have to perform awkward K-turns. The exterior has held up admirably to northeastern winters. I don't see any real signs of body rust (though admittedly, I'm careful to touch up paint chips before rusting can occur.) I get regular compliments on the car's styling. If you can find one, the manual transmission is extremely light and satisfying. Engagement is sharp and throttle response is decent. Unfortunately, very few of these cars were made with a 6-speed, and it was only available with front wheel drive. I've had no problems with FWD in winter weather except when my tires had gotten near threadbare. The car is also easily tuned. A stage 1 tune, which is only a software update, will net you an extra 50hp with better fuel economy and no negative effects to the engine. That's an option if you want it. Would I recommend you buy one of these? Maybe for the right price. You have to be the type of person that can keep up with preventative maintenance, and you should have a reputable Audi/VW mechanic nearby just in case. I would not advise somebody who just wants a car that'll work without fuss to buy this. For the record, this car has never left me stranded, but I also pour allot of time and energy (and money) into making sure that that is the case. You should also assess who you're buying the car from, and if they've kept up with this its gremlins. As a final note, most of what I said here also applies to the MK5 GTI. This car is essentially a more refined version of the 4 door GTI of the same age, having more sound deadening, looser steering, and a nicer interior, plus it's cheaper, so make of that what you will.
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