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June 13, 2008
It’s interesting the way US News and World Reports produces their car reviews. From what we can gather, their reviews are essentially a compilation of many different published reviews. For example their published review of the 2008 Audi A3 is “based on analysis of 77 A3 reviews and test drives.”
Here at Prestige Imports in Denver we’re rather fond of the 2008 Audi A3. So we were interested to read the US News and World Reports review of the A3. And as it turns out, the Audi A3 comes up #1 in the category of ‘upscale small cars’. Trailing the 2008 Audi A3 in order are: 2) the Acura TSX, 3) the Volkswagen GTI, 4) the Saab 9-3, and 5) the Volvo S40. They’re all good cars … making it even more impressive (we think) that the Audi A3 scores highest. In addition to a compiled overall score, each car is scored on the basis of performance, exterior, interior, safety and reliability.
Extracted comments from the review follow here:
The A3 performs like a sports car in the body of a stylish compact hatchback. According to our analysis, the 2008 Audi A3 is a good combination of stellar performance and safety coupled with the utility of a small hatchback. The A3 is also known for offering a level of luxury most reviewers are not accustomed to finding in a hatchback. The 2008 A3 is available in three trims: the 2.0 T S tronic, the 2.0 T 6 speed and the 3.2 S line, also known as the 3.2 Quattro.
Performance - Audi has succeeded in creating a hatchback with the power and feel of a sports car.
Exterior - Car and Driver says the 2008 Audi A3 is “seductively styled inside and out,” a sentiment many auto writers share.
Interior - Although the 2008 A3 is the entry-level compact in Audi’s line of vehicles, reviews report it’s in keeping with Audi’s reputation for a quality fit and finish.
Safety - The 2008 A3 was selected by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety as a “Top Safety Pick” for good performance in front, side and rear tests.
Reliability - Audi’s new vehicle limited warranty is for four years or 50,000 miles.
Here’s a brief promo video featuring the 2008 Audi A3 Cabriolet. Have a look.
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