I have to say, this is one of the best reviews of the A3. Very honest opinion and most big time reviewers just focus on something and proceed to slate the car. Well done 👏 keep the reviews up. I've ordered the Saloon S-Line and collecting next week
Thank you very much appreciate it Ian! Really into cars and like to do a fair review on them. Hope you enjoy the A3 , don’t hesitate to let me know how you get on with it :)
Have mine on order told roughly 2 to 3 weeks. Have ordered the 30 TFSI so glad to hear your comments on that engine . I have a 1.5 A3 saloon ,can't wait to get my hands on this car
@@jayzaccarini9174 I appreciate your honest review very much, thanks! I initially have ordered the 1.0ltr because of taxes and consumption! Are you satisfied with the fuel consumption? Would you change with an 1.5 in the meantime?
Mine is only a lowly Technik with the same 30 TFSI, I received confirmation that it had been built and now should be on its way to the UK shortly for March delivery. You've done a very good job, you're a great explainer of things.
Right video mate, convinced me to cancel my order for sport spec and get s line. Basically same as that just without the blue/red lights inside. Id say this video is better than any other video on RUclips for this car. Appreciate it lad 👍
Excellent review. The creasing of the leather seats front and back looked awful after such a short time. It happened with my Q3. I chose cloth seats thereafter. I can't believe Audi permit this.
Jay Zaccarini got about another 8 weeks. As soon as I saw the s line In the garage I had to have it. Went to see the golf before and the A3 is in a different league mate
@@stephenstead8650 im sure it would benefit but tbh I never feel it is underpowered or struggling , but I guess it depends how much driving she will be doing - I do roughly 5k per year town driving so wouldn't benefit from a remap. Only concern would be it voids the warrany but can't see there being any issues.
Congrats on your new A3! Just got the same engine and agree that it’s much better than I expected. Impressive pull when it gets going. Have to say it can a bit sluggish at low revs, but found this to be the same for the 1.5 when I test drove it. Easy to sort out with a cheeky downshift though.
You too! Yeah its an impressive little engine , I agree it can be sluggish at the bottom of the rev range in gear 3/4 but overall very impressed. Hope your enjoying the car? 👍
@@taylorthrall7321 About 45mpg for mixed town/motorway driving, and 45-50mpg for long motorway journeys. It notably suffers on shorter/start-stop traffic, with mpg dropping below 40. Overall very impressed with the fuel economy though.
@@MHVids409 I'll be doing about 200 mile a week in it, all motorway driving. Was a company car, if I'd of picked, I'd of gone for a diesel. Just worried economy on motorways will be bad haha
Jay Zaccarini Deffo agreed🔥 my current A1 is glacier white. I was contemplating to either upgrade to the A3 new turbo blue Audi or glacier white. Deffo sticking with the classy glacier white 🔥😍
@@tashniia786 nice! Is the old shape A1 or the new shape? I loved my old shape A1 in daytona grey, but the A3 looks best in white (obviously biased haha)
Thank you very much! First impressions are fantastic , getting used to the new MMI interface now , it does take a while to make the most of its features
@@jayzaccarini9174 I get mine next week, 35TFSI S Line S Tronic, also in white. Am going from two Golf GTIs on the bounce so don't really relish dropping 80bhp, but that's the way it goes 😏 Should be nice though.
Thanks for that review. Test drove a 35tfsi but have just bought a 30 tfsi and have to say the one litre three cylinder almost felt more eager and peppy than the 1.5 four pot engine. I preferred the more comfortable Technik version with the smaller wheel rims, but have to say that the Sportline S that we eventually bought has far more features, looks good, and even on our country roads the 18” alloys are not too severe to drive on when in comfort mode. What do others think of the little three cylinder engine?
@@esoteric_chaos hi cheers for the commment. I was lucky enough to get an apprenticeship with a multi national company here in Barrow-in-Furness where I live and still live at home so decided to spend my money on a car while I can afford something nice , once I get a house ill be downgrading most likely. Cheers
I have mine coming on Friday, 35 TFSI SLine STronic in Ibis White. Coming from a A3 Black Edition 30 TFSI (2018) - you'll love the 30 TFSI, surprising quick and surprisingly nimble for such a small engine. If I could have chose it, I would have done but it wasn't available for me through my leasing broker :(
Excited for you 🙌 The 35tfsi is a good engine my dad had it in his old A3 but slightly to big for what i use it for :) mainly town driving and the odd motorway journeys. Ah thats a shame but at least its more power and not less than your old one 😁
As I mentioned in the video there are a few hard plastics on the rear door tops and the leather isn't as good but overall its still got that Audi feel and brilliant build quality 👍 But the old A3 is in a league of its own in terms of quality 🙌
Great video, looking to purchase the Audi A3 S Line on lease, still deciding on colour and options, but defiantly will be choosing the ambient light pack, they look great, didn't know they was in the back too. You mentioned you didn't go for the storage pack, fair enough, does it still have a little compartment to the right of the steering wheel under the lights or is that part of the storage pack? Thanks Also would you do a POV driving video?
Cheers ! The ambient lighting pack is a must have in my opinion , the storage pack includes the little compartment to the right of the steering wheel so unfortunately don’t have that. I did try and do a POV driving video but really struggled with it, i might give it another go as a lot of people have asked for it :)
Hi, I just ordered a white ibis A3 35TFSI S.Line with mixed leather and fabric interior (Dark) .I was interested in changing the interior with full leather one like your A3 because I like it a lot and it gives a more of light. The only doubt if they are very delicate to clean and maintain. Can you tell me how you are feeling after some time? Thank you
Great video mate , i’ve ordered the same car which comes August / September time 😅. Quick question tho does the 30 tsfi come with ambient lighting i thought it was only the 35 tsfi that does ?
Hi mate, what country have you ordered in? I know a lot of different markets have different specs. In the UK you could get ambient lighting on any engine from S-line and above I think. The new models you can order now after a slight change in specs means you get the LED interior lighting as standard which includes white lighting in the doors , in the phone box and footwells, but you will have to pay extra for the multi coloured lighting, hope that helps mate!
Really like this review mate well done. I’ve just ordered an A3 30TFSI but I’m really worried about the engine. Do you find it struggles at motorway speeds and how do you find the acceleration?
Hi Mate , apolgies for the late reply just seen your comment now! Doesn't struggle on the motorway , keeps up to speed really well and is extremely quiet and refined. If you put your foot down to overtake it is fine but obviously with it being the 110ps doesn't accelerate super quick really. However up to speeds of 50mph ish it doesn't really have any difference to the 35tfsi , just when going up to 60mph + it feels slightly slower but not in anyway underpowered Cheers
Very detailed and comprehensive review. I had some negative thoughts at first with the 30tfsi engine but a lot of car experts told me that is efficient enough. That's good news cause I like that car and I want to avoid the ugly BMW 1 series. I 'd like to ask you if the armrest in the backseats at standard equipment is just hard plastic so you have to upgrade it.
Cheers ! The 1.0ltr is a cracking engine , not as efficient as I’d hoped but still a good engine. The rear armrest comes as standard on s-line and above and is a leather 👍
I ordered mine in June and it arrived mid August for collection on the 1st of September. Fingers crossed yours comes earlier than they say , mine was expected for mid October!
Thanks for the review !! I assume this has the sport suspension ? How's the comfort level ? I've heard that this A3 sport suspension is much more comfortable than other models.
Thank you! Very Comfortable car considering it's an s-line trim with the sports suspension. I have ridden in the old A3 on the sports suspension and it is much firmer than the new model, hope this helps :)
Hi. Was thinking of getting a 2017 with a sunroof and a really good spec in a 1.4 however im reconsidering. Was the flat bottom steering wheel and the ambient lighting addons? If so how much? Cheers.
Hi Imy, the old model is still a cracking car but imo the interior is really lacking in terms of technology and design now. The quality is second to none though. The standard spec is good on the new A3 , the flat bottomed wheel was £150 and the ambient lighting was £100ish if I remember, its a definite though if you end up getting one, really lifts the interior at night
Hi mate, What pack / add ons have you got? I have just ordered one and trying to think if the lighting inside will be the same? also is it push start button or enter the key? Looks nice though
Hi mate! I had the following options on top of the standard s-line spec. - flat bottomed steering wheel - metallic glacier white paint - ambient lighting package - rock grey interior (no cost option) Cheers
@@priyeshgohil8489 is it to late to add it mate?? If your build week isn't confirmed you can still add it. Also forgot to mention its a push button start :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 Hey Jay yeah too late to add its being delivered to my on Monday! I have emailed Audi if they can sort anything out as any extras were not really offered by the lease company but I feel they will charge a crazy labour cost!! oh nice push start! one less job lol
@@priyeshgohil8489 hello mate, did you get in touch with Audi about retro fitting the ambient light? I forgot to add it as an extra and I’m gutted. Hoping Audi can add it later
Hi mate, just ordered the 2024 Audi a3 S-Line 30 tsfi. I didn’t get asked any extras about the ambient light package. Do you know if it comes as standard for the S-Line models? Or do you need to mention on the order ?
Hi mate! Congrats on your new car hopefully it doesn’t take too long to arrive! I had a brief look at the updated specs for the A3 2023/24 model years and it doesn’t even look like the ambient lighting is currently available as an option. You will get the standard LED interior lighting pack on the S-Line which is good, but looks like Audi have dropped it for whatever reason!
How does this handle on the motorway, I’m looking to purchase this engine size but I’ll be doing the occasional motorway journey every month. I use to own a fiesta ecoboost which also was a 3 cylinder turbocharged could you compare?
Hi Tahmid, I've just recently driven to Blackpool from Cumbria in the new Car and it was brilliant. Managed to overtake fine without any fuss , really quiet and is very stable at high speed. Hope this helps?
Jay Zaccarini Nice one, cheers gives me more hope for this little engine as I was a bit skeptical if you had to push this really hard to get performance out of it.
TechJoe The Audi dealership can supply you with an order number - go to the Audi website, owners area, create an account, there should be an option to ‘add car’ with the order number. You can then follow the production process 👍🏽
Currently have the Q2 on PCP which is a 1.5 engine and moving over to the A3 30TFSI - how are you finding the engine holding up now that you've had it for a while?
Engine is holding up really well , you won't have a problem with it ! I've driven the 35tfsi and its no faster lower down the rev range really, only when you really push it higher up the rev range the 35tfsi is slightly better 👍 what spec did you go for :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 That’s good to hear! Was slightly worried after realising the engine since I do some long motorway journeys - decided to go for the Sportback which looks quite lush with the leather seats etc. Fingers crossed it’ll be good as looks sweet. Awesome review btw, most detailed I’ve been able to find!
Can you suggest me between 8V Audi A3 and BMW X1 . I don’t care about body shape . My priority Is interior design, premium dashboard and one that feels expensive inside so which one would you suggest between these cars?
I would say the 8V A3 , the quality inside is the best in any car in its class or price range. I would find one though with the virtual cockpit otherwise the design can look slightly dated. But overall its better than the X1
Hi mate! You get the standard LED interior lighting pack which includes white lighting under door cards, phone box and few other bits. You have to go for the Ambient light pack to get multi coloured lighting across the dashboard. Hope that helps!
hey my friend! I am going to buy it but I am worried about the 1.0 engine with 115hp.do you feel that his speed on the road is satisfactory or that you have to go out and push it?hahaha i am joke. Τhe design of both inside and outside is the best in the category and has won me over
The drive is refined and very comfortable. Steering is predictable and light. Its faster than my old A1 by nearly a second but is much punchier lower down the rev range.
Hi Jay, Brilliant in depth Video - not many on the 30TFSI out there. Just a bit concerned on the 1 litre engine for overtaking on single carriage ways, getting away form the lights etc. I am looking at getting the S Tronic version. Have you had experience with this? Is it better than the manual for overtaking and motorway driving? Do you miss not having front parking sensors or a rear parking camera - do you think that these would be a good option or not neccessary?
Thanks for the kind words Neil! Not many videos on the new A3. The 1.0ltr engine is brill for round town and occasional motorway use , sometimes a bit frustrating when wanting to overtake and it not having the power you’d like but does the job just fine . I haven’t tried the automatic version so unfortunately can’t comment , I assume it’s probally just as good if not better than the manual. I would recommend going for the comfort and sound pack if you can afford it , gives you the nice things such as heated seats , reverting camera , front and rear sensors and the awesome bang and olufsen sound system 👍 if I could have afforded it I would have added it to mine . Hugely recommend adding the ambient lighting package too Neil. Cheers
Nice video Jay. I'm going through the process of ordering an S-Line on the Audi site. Can you confirm the interior colour option - you say this one is in Rock Grey but on the website it looks like this is actually Slate Grey . No offence, but I prefer the darker (black) seats and I am not near a dealer to check in person. Thanks.
Thanks ! These are definitely the rock grey seats , I have some pics of them i can send over if any good? I liked the grey and it lifted the cabin up a bit wit the rest of the interior being quite dark. But it’s all down the personal choice and the black seats do look good! :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 Wow, thanks for the quick reply dude. Looking at the configurator it looks like the Rock Grey option is black with grey stitching, but the Steel grey looks lighter like in this video. I'm glad I didn't order yet as the seats look like they might crease easily under a heavier load, and I am a heavier load! Ha ha. I'm now looking at the Edition model which has alcantara seats - but more costly! 1st world decisions! Take care.
You get the basic LED interior lighting pack , but that doesn’t include lighting across the dashboard or in the inlays along the doors. Only with the extended one you get that mate .
@@jayzaccarini9174 I did think that mate, I've got the 30TFSI on order due June...long lol! I have the comfort and sound pack but not the LED pack, not too fussed about the under lights, just a little bit of light! Even just the strip lights across the door card 🤷🏻♂️
@@jayzaccarini9174 Fair play, makes sense! I've got one on order that I'll be getting in December. Unfortunately just the base S Line with no extras and in Ibis White as opposed to the nicer Glacier White but I'm really looking forward to it. What MPG are you getting? And also even though it's a 1L does it still feel nippy enough on roundabouts and junctions?
@@michaelkelly3998 s-line spec still has a good specification as standard so your getting a really nice car still! Atm getting 37mpg on average with town driving , engine is still being broken in so will rise to kid 40's once I've put more miles on it. More than nippy enough yeah! Got the set up for a pov drive now so watch out for the video soon mate
@@jayzaccarini9174 Oh yeah definitely! I'm used to 20mpg so even 37 is a big bonus like 😂 assuming that's not from being particularly light on the pedals either? Definitely gonna watch out for that pov video. Also one more thing what are the speakers like? Really wanted to get comfort + sound but couldn't so I'm hoping that the standard speakers are good sounding
@@michaelkelly3998 ouch what are you driving now 👀 yeah I push it quite hard tbh not light footed to say. The speakers are surprisingly good for a standard set up, im getting a sub woofer fitted in a few weeks for abit more depth. Ill try and do a snippet of thr speakers in my Pov video mate.
Hey Nathan. Yeh. Awesome. It’s amazing for a 1ltr I had a 2.0 TT Petrol in 2017 and a 2.0 Diesel 2019 Q5 Quattro before. Obvs isn’t as powerful - but with lockdown and all this was the best thing to get into. Cheaper on insurance, tax and general running costs with an amazing tech pack as standard. Mint car! 👍😍
@@danwheatley3264 cheers bro good to hear done much motorway driving as that's what I'm going to be using it for. what spec did you go for colour ect ?
Hey! Do you have any engine cover? My audi a3 30 tfsi has come without any engien cover and the service said that Audi is no longer putting any engine cover on for models with 30 tfsi?
@@jayzaccarini9174 the whole car is an absolute mess... Only thing going for the BMW was its RWD layout. Now that it's gone, there's no reason to consider it. I love the design of the A3, easily one of the best designs of all premium hatchbacks. It will be tough to choose between this and a Mazda 3... 😉
Great video mate. I’m in the process of getting prices for this same car. Could you maybe give me your dealer information so I can get in contact with them to try get your kind of deal.
Cheers mate! I bought it from Lake District Audi , if you mention my name from the video you might get a little further with a good deal 😉 let me know how you get on! Cheers
Hi Kyle, at the moment no it doesn't. It does have wired apple car play and android auto. However I'm told it will be available in the next software update 👍
Here is the audi specification for s-line, you get the below lighting , not multi coloured but LED LED Interior Lighting Pack - in addition to the standard interior lighting: - Roof module front / rear, including reading lights - Vanity mirrors illuminated - Ambient door lighting front and rear - Entry lights on the underside of the front doors - Centre console storage compartment illuminated - Front footwell lighting
Jay Zaccarini thank u mate. Really would like to see. Picture of them at the night time to see what they look like. If u see any will u please send it over
I'm pissed that there's no release date for the new a3 here in Canada. they say sometime in 2021 and some say 2022. I really hope it comes out in the 1st quarter of 2021. I can't wait to get it
Has rear parking sensors as standard mate, front and rear with camera used to come on the comfort and sound pack. That has now been replaced by the new technology package
@@jayzaccarini9174 nice! Got this given to me as a company car with exact same engine and gearbox. I'll be doing about 200 miles of motorway driving a week.
@@jayzaccarini9174 cheers mate, I'mgoing to look at one soon we are.out of lockdown here in Wales 🤣 any packs you you wish you did get or was you happy with everything
@@njt937 fingers crossed its sooner rather than later for you ! Make sure you add the ambient lighting package, if you can afford the comfort and sound id go for that too mate
You'd be surprised mate considering it has 200nm of torque and is very light and smoother than the 2.0 116 bhp diseal that says alot. Not ground breaking by any means but engineering has come along way.
@@jayzaccarini9174 I am just worried that you believe paying monthly payments for a car is the same as to have a mobile phone on a monthly deal. It is a great sum of money, you have to agree?
IwillBwaiting PCP’s aren’t investments. With a PCP you don’t pay the whole value of the car, you pay monthly for 3/4 years and then get the option to return the car for a new one, or pay the remaining value of the car in a lump sum to own it. A hire purchase (HP) is where you commit to paying the full amount for the car over a number of months and eventually owning it.
how did you find the suspension? I have slight disability,so do you think I would be better not going for the lowered suspension? Would it be smoother?
The suspension was surprisingly comfy considering it was on 18” alloys and lowered suspension. You can get an s-line and opt for the standard non lowered suspension if you are wanting a more softer set up 👍
I have to say, this is one of the best reviews of the A3. Very honest opinion and most big time reviewers just focus on something and proceed to slate the car. Well done 👏 keep the reviews up. I've ordered the Saloon S-Line and collecting next week
Thank you very much appreciate it Ian! Really into cars and like to do a fair review on them. Hope you enjoy the A3 , don’t hesitate to let me know how you get on with it :)
What's the fuel economy like in the Audi and which engine do you have?
Brilliant, congrats on your new a3 looks amazing so far by far the best review on a3 tfsi30
Well presented with a honest opinion, I had doubts about the 30 TFSI engine but having tested a STronic version its performance is very good.
Have mine on order told roughly 2 to 3 weeks. Have ordered the 30 TFSI so glad to hear your comments on that engine .
I have a 1.5 A3 saloon ,can't wait to get my hands on this car
Congrats, what spec did you go for? :)
The 30tfsi is a really impressive engine for a 1.0ltr unit. And considerably reduces the cost of the car.
I ordered my 35tfsi sport on 1st Sept........................getting it TODAY !!
@@jayzaccarini9174 I appreciate your honest review very much, thanks! I initially have ordered the 1.0ltr because of taxes and consumption! Are you satisfied with the fuel consumption? Would you change with an 1.5 in the meantime?
What a great professional and comprehensive review. Well done.
New A3 looks beautiful
Ordered mine. Can’t wait for delivery 🙏🏼
How long does it take
Mine is only a lowly Technik with the same 30 TFSI, I received confirmation that it had been built and now should be on its way to the UK shortly for March delivery. You've done a very good job, you're a great explainer of things.
Thank you very much Jan, hope you enjoy your new car! :)
What's the fuel economy like in the Audi mate? Also I'm getting the technik, what's it like such as the seats?
Right video mate, convinced me to cancel my order for sport spec and get s line. Basically same as that just without the blue/red lights inside. Id say this video is better than any other video on RUclips for this car.
Appreciate it lad 👍
Thanks mate ! Hope you enjoy the car , s-line is worth the step no shadow of a doubt !
Nice review mate. Ordered my 35TFSI S line saloon today, currently waiting on the delivery date
Excellent review. The creasing of the leather seats front and back looked awful after such a short time. It happened with my Q3. I chose cloth seats thereafter. I can't believe Audi permit this.
Mint that, ordered the edition one in glacier white. Chomping at the bit. Cracking review
Cheers 🙌 the edition one will be stunning im sure , the glacier white really shows off the lines nicely! You got much longer to wait?
Jay Zaccarini got about another 8 weeks. As soon as I saw the s line In the garage I had to have it. Went to see the golf before and the A3 is in a different league mate
Great review Jay, you spoke well. Ordered same 30 tsfi sport in white for my wife, due December. Some great leasing deals on this car at the mo.
Thanks Stephen , im sure she'll love it. Its a cracking car , really enjoying it.
@@jayzaccarini9174 do you think it would benefit from a remap ? I’ve seen standard remap (£250) takes it to 130bhp.
@@stephenstead8650 im sure it would benefit but tbh I never feel it is underpowered or struggling , but I guess it depends how much driving she will be doing - I do roughly 5k per year town driving so wouldn't benefit from a remap. Only concern would be it voids the warrany but can't see there being any issues.
Congrats on your new A3! Just got the same engine and agree that it’s much better than I expected. Impressive pull when it gets going. Have to say it can a bit sluggish at low revs, but found this to be the same for the 1.5 when I test drove it. Easy to sort out with a cheeky downshift though.
You too!
Yeah its an impressive little engine , I agree it can be sluggish at the bottom of the rev range in gear 3/4 but overall very impressed.
Hope your enjoying the car? 👍
What's the fuel economy like in the Audi
@@taylorthrall7321 About 45mpg for mixed town/motorway driving, and 45-50mpg for long motorway journeys. It notably suffers on shorter/start-stop traffic, with mpg dropping below 40. Overall very impressed with the fuel economy though.
@@MHVids409 I'll be doing about 200 mile a week in it, all motorway driving. Was a company car, if I'd of picked, I'd of gone for a diesel. Just worried economy on motorways will be bad haha
Top review pal. All the best with the car 👍
Thank you 🙌😁
Good lad. Good review. We've just ordered one as a second car.
Cheers! Great to hear , you won't be disappointed 🙌
Looks amazing. Glacier white Audis are always so stunning and classy 😍🔥
Thank you! The glacier white really shows the cars lines off nicely, has a nice shine in the sun 👍
Jay Zaccarini Deffo agreed🔥 my current A1 is glacier white. I was contemplating to either upgrade to the A3 new turbo blue Audi or glacier white. Deffo sticking with the classy glacier white 🔥😍
@@tashniia786 nice! Is the old shape A1 or the new shape? I loved my old shape A1 in daytona grey, but the A3 looks best in white (obviously biased haha)
Jay Zaccarini Old shape in 2016 A1 still on finance but been advised I will be in negative equity🥴
Is there a big difference between Glacier and Ibis White?
Very informative review. That car looks amazing
Thank you very much! First impressions are fantastic , getting used to the new MMI interface now , it does take a while to make the most of its features
Jay Zaccarini. I hope you enjoy your new car
Very good review mate, just bought the same spec but in auto, picking up on Saturday
Congrats on the new purchase mate enjoy!
Just got a really good job at 18, looking at this car for November, cheers for the informing video mate 👍🏼
Congrats mate , deffo worth a look at!
Great review this buddy, nice job 👍
Thank you 🙌
@@jayzaccarini9174 I get mine next week, 35TFSI S Line S Tronic, also in white. Am going from two Golf GTIs on the bounce so don't really relish dropping 80bhp, but that's the way it goes 😏 Should be nice though.
@@swampthing20 I'm sure you'll love it! They drive really well
Fantastic review love the car
Cheers! What car are you driving at the moment ? 😁
Nice mate I’m just waiting for mine I went for the saloon 35tfsi s tronic edition 1 in glacier white
Cheers mate! Sounds an awesome spec , can’t beat a black pack with the glacier white , enjoy !
Thanks for that review.
Test drove a 35tfsi but have just bought a 30 tfsi and have to say the one litre three cylinder almost felt more eager and peppy than the 1.5 four pot engine.
I preferred the more comfortable Technik version with the smaller wheel rims, but have to say that the Sportline S that we eventually bought has far more features, looks good, and even on our country roads the 18” alloys are not too severe to drive on when in comfort mode.
What do others think of the little three cylinder engine?
Good review and very mature for being 19.
Sick review 👏🏾
Well done mate 👍 very nice motor at 19yrs old. Enjoy it.
Thank you very much 😁
How are you affording a motor like that at 19 if you don’t mind me asking?
@@esoteric_chaos hi cheers for the commment. I was lucky enough to get an apprenticeship with a multi national company here in Barrow-in-Furness where I live and still live at home so decided to spend my money on a car while I can afford something nice , once I get a house ill be downgrading most likely.
Cheers
@@jayzaccarini9174 Fair play to you! Well deserved !
@@esoteric_chaos thank you! :)
Good review. Just bought a 2021 1.5 TFSE auto, online. Hope I like it ;)
Great review. I will hopefully be ordering the 35 Tfsi S Line soon also in white. Does yours come standard with keyless entry?
I have mine coming on Friday, 35 TFSI SLine STronic in Ibis White.
Coming from a A3 Black Edition 30 TFSI (2018) - you'll love the 30 TFSI, surprising quick and surprisingly nimble for such a small engine.
If I could have chose it, I would have done but it wasn't available for me through my leasing broker :(
Excited for you 🙌
The 35tfsi is a good engine my dad had it in his old A3 but slightly to big for what i use it for :) mainly town driving and the odd motorway journeys.
Ah thats a shame but at least its more power and not less than your old one 😁
How you liking the car?
@@seifyboy2832 really enjoying it cheers! Getting used to the new informainment now
Great review just ordered one bit disappointed Audi have pulled the ambient light pack
Great in depth review
Well reviewed thanks 👍🏻
Thinking of an A3 Saloon! But nice informative video✅ enjoyed watching
Thank you! The A3 is saloon is very nice :)
hoping to place an order soon as a lease, if you don’t mind me asking, if your was a lease car, what was the delivery time? loved the vid!
Very nice!congrats!
Thank you 🙌😇
I have white S3 on order and looking at your video I know it will look awesome 👍
Congrats I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. Looks stunning in white the new S3! What spec did you go for Steve ?
19” alloys, red callipers, pan roof, ambient lighting pack, matrix headlights, glacier white, S logo puddle lights, sound and comfort pack 😃
Oh I forgot, wireless charging 🤣
@@coops111s sounds like a great specification! Hope you enjoy it
Very nice pal I have the previous A3 I have heard though that these new models have some severe cost cutting on quality like plastics etc
As I mentioned in the video there are a few hard plastics on the rear door tops and the leather isn't as good but overall its still got that Audi feel and brilliant build quality 👍
But the old A3 is in a league of its own in terms of quality 🙌
Great video, looking to purchase the Audi A3 S Line on lease, still deciding on colour and options, but defiantly will be choosing the ambient light pack, they look great, didn't know they was in the back too. You mentioned you didn't go for the storage pack, fair enough, does it still have a little compartment to the right of the steering wheel under the lights or is that part of the storage pack? Thanks
Also would you do a POV driving video?
Cheers ! The ambient lighting pack is a must have in my opinion , the storage pack includes the little compartment to the right of the steering wheel so unfortunately don’t have that. I did try and do a POV driving video but really struggled with it, i might give it another go as a lot of people have asked for it :)
Hi, I just ordered a white ibis A3 35TFSI S.Line with mixed leather and fabric interior (Dark) .I was interested in changing the interior with full leather one like your A3 because I like it a lot and it gives a more of light. The only doubt if they are very delicate to clean and maintain. Can you tell me how you are feeling after some time? Thank you
Just put my order in for an A3 S Line 35TFSI tronic in Daytona Grey with the sound and comfort pack and 5Y spoke style diamond cut alloys 🤞
good vid mate
Hi jay, you couldn't get insurance with the 35 TFSI or it was too expensive ? If it was expensive for you, how much was it ?
Thanks
Great video mate , i’ve ordered the same car which comes August / September time 😅. Quick question tho does the 30 tsfi come with ambient lighting i thought it was only the 35 tsfi that does ?
Hi mate, what country have you ordered in? I know a lot of different markets have different specs. In the UK you could get ambient lighting on any engine from S-line and above I think. The new models you can order now after a slight change in specs means you get the LED interior lighting as standard which includes white lighting in the doors , in the phone box and footwells, but you will have to pay extra for the multi coloured lighting, hope that helps mate!
Really like this review mate well done. I’ve just ordered an A3 30TFSI but I’m really worried about the engine. Do you find it struggles at motorway speeds and how do you find the acceleration?
Hi Mate , apolgies for the late reply just seen your comment now!
Doesn't struggle on the motorway , keeps up to speed really well and is extremely quiet and refined. If you put your foot down to overtake it is fine but obviously with it being the 110ps doesn't accelerate super quick really.
However up to speeds of 50mph ish it doesn't really have any difference to the 35tfsi , just when going up to 60mph + it feels slightly slower but not in anyway underpowered
Cheers
@@jayzaccarini9174 thank you mate that’s great!
Great video, sold it for me 🤩
Quick question, does the ambient lighting come standard?
No worries, I’ve just ordered my new a3 with the extras! Eeek
Doesn’t come as standard think it was £110 ? Glad you enjoyed the video! Congrats on your new purchase
Very detailed and comprehensive review. I had some negative thoughts at first with the 30tfsi engine but a lot of car experts told me that is efficient enough. That's good news cause I like that car and I want to avoid the ugly BMW 1 series. I 'd like to ask you if the armrest in the backseats at standard equipment is just hard plastic so you have to upgrade it.
Cheers ! The 1.0ltr is a cracking engine , not as efficient as I’d hoped but still a good engine. The rear armrest comes as standard on s-line and above and is a leather 👍
What's the fuel economy like in the Audi
How long did you wait on the car? Have been told to expect 16 weeks, which seems an eternity. Thanks for reassurance on 1.0ltr engine 👍🏻
I ordered mine in June and it arrived mid August for collection on the 1st of September. Fingers crossed yours comes earlier than they say , mine was expected for mid October!
Cracking car for such a young lad and a brilliant review too. Well done 👏
Cheers rich ! Glad you enjoyed the review :)
Hi great video very informative. Just wondering whats the MPG it's giving you ?
Thanks! It was giving around the 40’s on average but above 50 on longer journeys :)
Thanks for the review !! I assume this has the sport suspension ? How's the comfort level ?
I've heard that this A3 sport suspension is much more comfortable than other models.
Thank you! Very Comfortable car considering it's an s-line trim with the sports suspension. I have ridden in the old A3 on the sports suspension and it is much firmer than the new model, hope this helps :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 Absolutely, that's what i was hoping to hear ! Thanks a lot for the feedback, much appreciated.
Hi. Was thinking of getting a 2017 with a sunroof and a really good spec in a 1.4 however im reconsidering. Was the flat bottom steering wheel and the ambient lighting addons? If so how much? Cheers.
Hi Imy, the old model is still a cracking car but imo the interior is really lacking in terms of technology and design now. The quality is second to none though.
The standard spec is good on the new A3 , the flat bottomed wheel was £150 and the ambient lighting was £100ish if I remember, its a definite though if you end up getting one, really lifts the interior at night
@@jayzaccarini9174 Thank you for your response, ill take into into consideration. Itll be hard to choose haha
Hi mate how's it going. Where was that PCP deal from? And what kind miles per year etc did you have?
Hi mate, this was a 4 year pcp with lake district audi on 7K millage per year . I put £1000 down. Hope this helps
Hi mate,
What pack / add ons have you got? I have just ordered one and trying to think if the lighting inside will be the same? also is it push start button or enter the key?
Looks nice though
Hi mate! I had the following options on top of the standard s-line spec.
- flat bottomed steering wheel
- metallic glacier white paint
- ambient lighting package
- rock grey interior (no cost option)
Cheers
@@jayzaccarini9174 Agh legend! great stuff though! I wish I added the ambient lighting!
@@priyeshgohil8489 is it to late to add it mate?? If your build week isn't confirmed you can still add it.
Also forgot to mention its a push button start :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 Hey Jay yeah too late to add its being delivered to my on Monday! I have emailed Audi if they can sort anything out as any extras were not really offered by the lease company but I feel they will charge a crazy labour cost!!
oh nice push start! one less job lol
@@priyeshgohil8489 hello mate, did you get in touch with Audi about retro fitting the ambient light? I forgot to add it as an extra and I’m gutted. Hoping Audi can add it later
Hi mate, just ordered the 2024 Audi a3 S-Line 30 tsfi. I didn’t get asked any extras about the ambient light package. Do you know if it comes as standard for the S-Line models? Or do you need to mention on the order ?
Hi mate! Congrats on your new car hopefully it doesn’t take too long to arrive! I had a brief look at the updated specs for the A3 2023/24 model years and it doesn’t even look like the ambient lighting is currently available as an option. You will get the standard LED interior lighting pack on the S-Line which is good, but looks like Audi have dropped it for whatever reason!
How does this handle on the motorway, I’m looking to purchase this engine size but I’ll be doing the occasional motorway journey every month. I use to own a fiesta ecoboost which also was a 3 cylinder turbocharged could you compare?
Hi Tahmid, I've just recently driven to Blackpool from Cumbria in the new Car and it was brilliant. Managed to overtake fine without any fuss , really quiet and is very stable at high speed. Hope this helps?
Jay Zaccarini Nice one, cheers gives me more hope for this little engine as I was a bit skeptical if you had to push this really hard to get performance out of it.
Nice! How long did you have to wait from paying initial deposit/order to recieving the car? Waiting on my A3 2020 at the moment.
Cheers! I ordered 3rd week of June and it arrived second week of August. Picked up on the 1st of September. When did you order yours mate?
As for further information: ordered mine June 15th - arrived into Audi in Exeter on August 7th, picked up Sept 1st. Similar S Line spec to featured.
@@andyprigg1897 Ordered mine July 27th with ETA of Oct 7th. I've heard that you get updates on the build progress but not sure if that's true?
TechJoe The Audi dealership can supply you with an order number - go to the Audi website, owners area, create an account, there should be an option to ‘add car’ with the order number. You can then follow the production process 👍🏽
I've ordered an A3 35 TFSI S-Line S-tronic with the Comfort and Sound Pack and a few other bits and pieces - delivery is quoted at 20 weeks
Currently have the Q2 on PCP which is a 1.5 engine and moving over to the A3 30TFSI - how are you finding the engine holding up now that you've had it for a while?
Engine is holding up really well , you won't have a problem with it ! I've driven the 35tfsi and its no faster lower down the rev range really, only when you really push it higher up the rev range the 35tfsi is slightly better 👍 what spec did you go for :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 That’s good to hear! Was slightly worried after realising the engine since I do some long motorway journeys - decided to go for the Sportback which looks quite lush with the leather seats etc. Fingers crossed it’ll be good as looks sweet. Awesome review btw, most detailed I’ve been able to find!
@@beyondsims hey mate have you had the car yet if so how's does it handle your long motorway journey's
Can you suggest me between 8V Audi A3 and BMW X1 . I don’t care about body shape . My priority Is interior design, premium dashboard and one that feels expensive inside so which one would you suggest between these cars?
I would say the 8V A3 , the quality inside is the best in any car in its class or price range. I would find one though with the virtual cockpit otherwise the design can look slightly dated. But overall its better than the X1
Hi when you reverse does the image of the car come up with the distance thing or is it just sound. Thanks
Just the sound Maia ! If you get comfort and sound pack you get camera and distance image on the screen
Do you think this would fit a car seat and 2 people in the back comfortably? I have an astra and its quite tight lol
If it is children in the back then yes no problem :) if its 2 adults and a child seat in the back it would be a bit of a squeeze!
I’m about to buy it - can I ask does it come as standard on s line interior lighting to be able to change colours within interior lighting of cabin
Hi mate!
You get the standard LED interior lighting pack which includes white lighting under door cards, phone box and few other bits. You have to go for the Ambient light pack to get multi coloured lighting across the dashboard. Hope that helps!
hey my friend!
I am going to buy it but I am worried about the 1.0 engine with 115hp.do you feel that his speed on the road is satisfactory or that you have to go out and push it?hahaha i am joke.
Τhe design of both inside and outside is the best in the category and has won me over
Its more than adequate mate , don't have any issues with it at all.
Glad you like the car , I'm sure you'll love it :)
How's the driving, does the car feel fast compared to your previous car if you owned one?
The drive is refined and very comfortable. Steering is predictable and light. Its faster than my old A1 by nearly a second but is much punchier lower down the rev range.
Jay Zaccarini how much was your insurance if you don't mind me asking
@@benellis8460 it was around £900 a year without a black box mate
getting the same a3 in a couple weeks too bad its automatic but apparently they got rly bad shortages
Hi Jay, Brilliant in depth Video - not many on the 30TFSI out there. Just a bit concerned on the 1 litre engine for overtaking on single carriage ways, getting away form the lights etc. I am looking at getting the S Tronic version. Have you had experience with this? Is it better than the manual for overtaking and motorway driving? Do you miss not having front parking sensors or a rear parking camera - do you think that these would be a good option or not neccessary?
Thanks for the kind words Neil! Not many videos on the new A3.
The 1.0ltr engine is brill for round town and occasional motorway use , sometimes a bit frustrating when wanting to overtake and it not having the power you’d like but does the job just fine .
I haven’t tried the automatic version so unfortunately can’t comment , I assume it’s probally just as good if not better than the manual.
I would recommend going for the comfort and sound pack if you can afford it , gives you the nice things such as heated seats , reverting camera , front and rear sensors and the awesome bang and olufsen sound system 👍 if I could have afforded it I would have added it to mine . Hugely recommend adding the ambient lighting package too Neil.
Cheers
Nice video Jay. I'm going through the process of ordering an S-Line on the Audi site. Can you confirm the interior colour option - you say this one is in Rock Grey but on the website it looks like this is actually Slate Grey . No offence, but I prefer the darker (black) seats and I am not near a dealer to check in person. Thanks.
Thanks ! These are definitely the rock grey seats , I have some pics of them i can send over if any good? I liked the grey and it lifted the cabin up a bit wit the rest of the interior being quite dark. But it’s all down the personal choice and the black seats do look good! :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 Wow, thanks for the quick reply dude. Looking at the configurator it looks like the Rock Grey option is black with grey stitching, but the Steel grey looks lighter like in this video.
I'm glad I didn't order yet as the seats look like they might crease easily under a heavier load, and I am a heavier load! Ha ha. I'm now looking at the Edition model which has alcantara seats - but more costly! 1st world decisions! Take care.
Hi mate,
Can you help me what model would 1.5 or 1.6 engine be
Do you get the interior light pack as standard, just not the option of the 30+ different colours do you know?
You get the basic LED interior lighting pack , but that doesn’t include lighting across the dashboard or in the inlays along the doors. Only with the extended one you get that mate .
@@jayzaccarini9174 I did think that mate, I've got the 30TFSI on order due June...long lol! I have the comfort and sound pack but not the LED pack, not too fussed about the under lights, just a little bit of light! Even just the strip lights across the door card 🤷🏻♂️
Almost perfect video, just wish you'd took it out on the road for a spin! There's not many videos of the 1L and its performance and drive
Thank you!
I am hoping to do this at some point but don't have a gopro to record it on
@@jayzaccarini9174 Fair play, makes sense! I've got one on order that I'll be getting in December. Unfortunately just the base S Line with no extras and in Ibis White as opposed to the nicer Glacier White but I'm really looking forward to it. What MPG are you getting? And also even though it's a 1L does it still feel nippy enough on roundabouts and junctions?
@@michaelkelly3998 s-line spec still has a good specification as standard so your getting a really nice car still!
Atm getting 37mpg on average with town driving , engine is still being broken in so will rise to kid 40's once I've put more miles on it.
More than nippy enough yeah! Got the set up for a pov drive now so watch out for the video soon mate
@@jayzaccarini9174 Oh yeah definitely! I'm used to 20mpg so even 37 is a big bonus like 😂 assuming that's not from being particularly light on the pedals either? Definitely gonna watch out for that pov video. Also one more thing what are the speakers like? Really wanted to get comfort + sound but couldn't so I'm hoping that the standard speakers are good sounding
@@michaelkelly3998 ouch what are you driving now 👀 yeah I push it quite hard tbh not light footed to say. The speakers are surprisingly good for a standard set up, im getting a sub woofer fitted in a few weeks for abit more depth. Ill try and do a snippet of thr speakers in my Pov video mate.
Hi. Did u upgrade the steering wheel? I’m hoping mine comes with the same as a 30 TFSI S-Line. 🙂
Hi Dan , yes it was an upgrade mate. £120 i think it was. Cheers
Cheers mate. Just picked mine up last week. Love it!!!!
@@danwheatley3264 how did you find the 30 TFSI after mate quick enough ?
Hey Nathan. Yeh. Awesome. It’s amazing for a 1ltr
I had a 2.0 TT Petrol in 2017 and a 2.0 Diesel 2019 Q5 Quattro before. Obvs isn’t as powerful - but with lockdown and all this was the best thing to get into. Cheaper on insurance, tax and general running costs with an amazing tech pack as standard. Mint car! 👍😍
@@danwheatley3264 cheers bro good to hear done much motorway driving as that's what I'm going to be using it for. what spec did you go for colour ect ?
Hey! Do you have any engine cover? My audi a3 30 tfsi has come without any engien cover and the service said that Audi is no longer putting any engine cover on for models with 30 tfsi?
Unfortunately it doesn’t have an engine cover either ! They no longer give them on a 30tfsi engine for a reasoning nobody knows hahaha
@@jayzaccarini9174 lol, they couldn’t provide me a proper answer. Even 30 tfsi A1 comes with a small engine cover
Did you drive it? are the 110ps enough? What is the sound of the 3Zyl? ;)
Yes I drive it Daily , fantastic little engine 🙌 very quiet but good sound when pushed.
Jay Zaccarini Can u make a driving Video oder a Little Tacho/ Sound Video?
@@leander3618 im going to try and do a night time pov video 👍
Can you please do a running costs video
Nice motor...
Cheers!
Quick question how is the leather holding up?
Its holding up well! Better than i initially expected tbh :)
Looks waaaay better than a 1 series.
Completely agree ! That new grill on the 1 series is atrocious
@@jayzaccarini9174 the whole car is an absolute mess... Only thing going for the BMW was its RWD layout. Now that it's gone, there's no reason to consider it. I love the design of the A3, easily one of the best designs of all premium hatchbacks. It will be tough to choose between this and a Mazda 3... 😉
Quick question does yours have engine cover?
Unfortunately not I’m afraid
Great review mate not keen on the wheels though 😃
What is the fuel economy like for this engine
Great video mate. I’m in the process of getting prices for this same car. Could you maybe give me your dealer information so I can get in contact with them to try get your kind of deal.
Cheers mate! I bought it from Lake District Audi , if you mention my name from the video you might get a little further with a good deal 😉 let me know how you get on! Cheers
Does this support wireless Apple CarPlay?
Hi Kyle, at the moment no it doesn't. It does have wired apple car play and android auto. However I'm told it will be available in the next software update 👍
Does the doors have any coloured lights wen u don’t have the ambient light pack
I'm not to sure if its just plain white LED's or no lights. I'd have to check 👍
Jay Zaccarini I have ordered my car and it’s too late to add the ambient light pack. I thaight it was standard with the sline
@@elwil7089 you would think it would be standard! I think you get the led interior lightning pack as standard its just not multi coloured?
Here is the audi specification for s-line, you get the below lighting , not multi coloured but LED
LED Interior Lighting Pack - in addition to the standard interior lighting:
- Roof module front / rear, including reading lights
- Vanity mirrors illuminated
- Ambient door lighting front and rear
- Entry lights on the underside of the front doors
- Centre console storage compartment illuminated
- Front footwell lighting
Jay Zaccarini thank u mate. Really would like to see. Picture of them at the night time to see what they look like. If u see any will u please send it over
I'm pissed that there's no release date for the new a3 here in Canada. they say sometime in 2021 and some say 2022. I really hope it comes out in the 1st quarter of 2021. I can't wait to get it
I've got the automatic one😊
do u get parking sensors???
Hi Aaron yes parking sensors are standard :)
Does it have parking sensors
Has rear parking sensors as standard mate, front and rear with camera used to come on the comfort and sound pack. That has now been replaced by the new technology package
What's the fuel economy like
Averaged around mid 40mpg ish but on a motorway run easily over 50mpg :)
@@jayzaccarini9174 nice! Got this given to me as a company car with exact same engine and gearbox. I'll be doing about 200 miles of motorway driving a week.
how much is insurance?
I paid £960 for the year without a black box 😁
PN70 guessing it’s from Preston
30 tfsi has 3 cyl?
Yes it does mate
Why get a manual ?
Cheaper !
How much you paying monthly for this pal?
Around £300 a month with £1000 deposit mate. I was £500 in negative equity too with my last contract so that was settled within new finance.
@@jayzaccarini9174 did you get it through an Audi dealer or was it like a Carwow site
@@njt937 audi dealership mate. Got mine from lake district Audi 👍
@@jayzaccarini9174 cheers mate, I'mgoing to look at one soon we are.out of lockdown here in Wales 🤣 any packs you you wish you did get or was you happy with everything
@@njt937 fingers crossed its sooner rather than later for you ! Make sure you add the ambient lighting package, if you can afford the comfort and sound id go for that too mate
1.0? All show and no go
You'd be surprised mate considering it has 200nm of torque and is very light and smoother than the 2.0 116 bhp diseal that says alot. Not ground breaking by any means but engineering has come along way.
I do not understand why you would invest in a new car nowadays, unless it is a diesel company car?
For me a new A3 on a pcp was £40 cheaper a month than an approved 2019 black edition A3 so was a no brainer. The pcp gives me the flexibility I like 🙌
@@jayzaccarini9174 The answer you provide does not clearify the fact why you made the investment in the first place.
@@IwillBwaiting because I wanted a new car and I decided I was happy to invest 🤷♂️
@@jayzaccarini9174 I am just worried that you believe paying monthly payments for a car is the same as to have a mobile phone on a monthly deal. It is a great sum of money, you have to agree?
IwillBwaiting PCP’s aren’t investments. With a PCP you don’t pay the whole value of the car, you pay monthly for 3/4 years and then get the option to return the car for a new one, or pay the remaining value of the car in a lump sum to own it. A hire purchase (HP) is where you commit to paying the full amount for the car over a number of months and eventually owning it.
Should of upgraded the rims bro - these look grim
I am buying one £1000 deposit £390 monthly
What specification is that on mate?
@@jayzaccarini9174 it’s like yours but I. Had some extra options on it
@@arturokarl8022 ah nice! Hope you enjoy it , im sure you will
@@jayzaccarini9174 how did u get it for £300 monthly do u have a link ?
@@arturokarl8022 I went directly to the dealer mate.
Grey interior 🤮
how did you find the suspension? I have slight disability,so do you think I would be better not going for the lowered suspension? Would it be smoother?
The suspension was surprisingly comfy considering it was on 18” alloys and lowered suspension. You can get an s-line and opt for the standard non lowered suspension if you are wanting a more softer set up 👍
@@jayzaccarini9174 Thanks Jay. That is a really encouraging response, and very quick too! Hope you are enjoying your beautiful car.