AUDI A3 BUYERS GUIDE | DO NOT BUY Without Watching this!

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @oregonfelder1
    @oregonfelder1 2 года назад +209

    I just bought a 2017 A3 premium plus. So far so good. 71k miles, one owner, all major services (30,50,and 70K mile) services performed at the Audi dealership. Actually cost me less than my 2020 WRX.

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад +4

      Awesome! Delighted to hear that sounds like a beauty

    • @JblountSZN
      @JblountSZN 2 года назад +7

      Just bought mine yesterday ! Same year and model. I love it !

    • @MyZ28714
      @MyZ28714 2 года назад +8

      How is the a3 now ? Lol

    • @KevDotEm
      @KevDotEm 2 года назад +3

      gonna get one soon! 65k miles, one owner too, can't wait. how has it treated you up til now??

    • @_NB233
      @_NB233 Год назад +1

      How is the car ? I looking similar ? How is it owning it now for months

  • @colinrenfrew48
    @colinrenfrew48 2 года назад +44

    I’m on my second A3. Apart from very expensive dealer servicing, no issues at all.

  • @Theguru3786
    @Theguru3786 2 года назад +67

    After owning this car for 2 years now sedan version …. I must say I don’t think I can ever drive a car without a dsg transmission ever again . The thing is amazing

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад +7

      They are fantastically refined now. Not like automatics of old at all!

    • @hldemi
      @hldemi 2 года назад +5

      @@ScottishCarClan Only thing I like better in manual is no delay. With DSG I floor the gas and wait around 0.2 seconds until it kicks in.

    • @janni4450
      @janni4450 2 года назад +1

      does a 1.4 tfsi have dsg?

    • @Theguru3786
      @Theguru3786 2 года назад

      @@janni4450 not sure

    • @PreBuss
      @PreBuss 2 года назад

      @@janni4450 it does, at least in 1.4 cod

  • @Kavve123
    @Kavve123 2 года назад +24

    Im driving A3 2.0 TDI sedan version, not quattro though and manuel but I really love it and the sound from the speakers from Bang & Olufsen are very good, great look, very nice interior with cheap insurance, low consumption and flawless for the last 3 years I've owned it.

    • @aggelostzinis704
      @aggelostzinis704 Год назад

      Considering it is a tdi would you say it sounds like a tractor or is it noises in the inside

    • @letsdrive_53
      @letsdrive_53 Месяц назад

      @@aggelostzinis704 I have an audi a3 2.0tdi too (2011) and it doesn´t sound like a tractor.
      The engine is very smooth and isn´t too loud.

  • @EddieDaOnly1
    @EddieDaOnly1 Год назад +3

    2023 in Texas. Still got my 2015 a3 TDi from 2019 from the first owner on by back at 30,000 miles. So far just the DEF injector gone out $635 at Audi in Lubbock. Need to change one of the glow plugs in cylinder 3 they said $115 but so far only major problems besides the passenger seat pressure sensor being out but hear that’s a recall they will do for free. 72,000 miles and get like 50 MPG highway. Love the car so much I’ve seen thought about getting a 2nd one with the diesel. I plan to straight pipe it and delete the emissions where I hear the fuel mileage goes more up. Good car and little quick for what it is. No so bad for $20,000

  • @p-vision
    @p-vision 2 года назад +27

    Had a 2016 1.4 tfsi black edition automatic, never gave me issues and I did a lot of motorway driving, £30 tax a year, very good car.

  • @RavensVFX
    @RavensVFX Год назад +14

    These a3's with s-line exteriors are such beauties

  • @problemslayer3538
    @problemslayer3538 6 месяцев назад +4

    This channel will grow significantly. Where this channel has the edge over others is the knowledge around what to look for. This is absent on nearly all other uk channels which we know what theg are. What would you rather listen to, Matt Watson blabbin on about door bins and bottles or this guy telling you about dry clutches and other potential slip ups.

  • @SigmarTalos
    @SigmarTalos Год назад +9

    Getting a 2018 A3 with 57k miles this Saturday. Can’t wait😭😭 Going to be a huge upgrade from my 08 Mazda 3.

    • @mercedesasiedu3322
      @mercedesasiedu3322 Год назад +1

      How do you like it

    • @NXV23
      @NXV23 6 месяцев назад

      I have a 2019 A3… my gearbox died - 24K miles.

    • @SigmarTalos
      @SigmarTalos 6 месяцев назад

      @@mercedesasiedu3322 after 11 months. It hasn’t given me any problems. Love it

    • @DonGelatoz
      @DonGelatoz 2 месяца назад +1

      Updates?

    • @DaBawski
      @DaBawski 23 дня назад

      @@NXV23 why did you rag it then

  • @midnightcoil
    @midnightcoil Год назад +1

    Bought a crashed a3 and rebuilt front end in a month.was Alot of learning and surprises. Got it for 6k. Stage 2 tune it's faster then a Porsche Cayman I'd never pay for a new Audi. They Are a nightmare to maintain if you don't turn your own wrench.

  • @chilled99
    @chilled99 6 месяцев назад +1

    I have a 2017 S-Line Quattro 2.0 190PS automatic. I’ve had it 6 months from new. As a 7 year old car I’ve put less than 30k miles on it but I’ve never had a problem with it. It’s like an appliance - a great looking appliance.
    It’s my 3rd A3 in a row lol.
    My previous was 2011 TDI Sport 2.0 180PS automatic - it had no problems til I gave it to my sister. She ran it into the ground unfortunately and it got scrapped last year.
    The one before that was a 2006 TDI 2.0 manual.

  • @carlosflores4380
    @carlosflores4380 2 года назад +6

    I have a 2017 a3 sline 2.0 quattro. Got it with 43k miles. I now have 64k on it after a year and one month so 13 months. So far so good i love this car!!!

    • @hmt-0764
      @hmt-0764 2 года назад

      Did you have any problems so far with the car. Im looking to buy the same car next im just waiting for it to depreciate in value currently it's 16k here in Europe

    • @blackscreen8125
      @blackscreen8125 2 года назад

      @@hmt-0764 me too, but sadly prives of used cars and new cars are rising due to the russian invasion of ukraine, lots of car parts dont get delivered so no new cars can be made what again lets the the price of used cars rise :(

    • @Ztxk94
      @Ztxk94 Год назад

      @carlosflores4380 dsg or manual?

    • @carlosflores4380
      @carlosflores4380 Год назад

      @@hmt-0764 no problems yet thankfully i now have almost 87k miles on it and no issues.

    • @carlosflores4380
      @carlosflores4380 Год назад

      @@Ztxk94 its dsg i wish i couldve found a manual. Also u can put it in manual and use the paddle shifters but i never liked those tbh

  • @YoChasly
    @YoChasly 11 месяцев назад +2

    Bought a 2015 A3-1.8 FTSI model last year in June, with 50M (80k). After another 20K it still runs very well, no creaks, bells or whistles. Love it. Keep looking at the RS3 race rocket model. Tempting… 😂

    • @ItsGninja
      @ItsGninja 9 месяцев назад

      Also looking at getting a 2015 1.8 TFSI. How is your fuel consumption? And is it oil thirsty?

    • @arielgomez3785
      @arielgomez3785 5 месяцев назад

      @@ItsGninja it’s honestly depends I get like 420 miles on a full tank but if u keep it under 75 ur good on consumption, one thing that makes her thirsty is the AC so if u run AC on max expect her to consume waaay more
      I mean if u abuse it for 2500 hundred miles it’s should ask u for a quarter for sure, but if you drive the normal u should be good

    • @siyabongakhanyisile1158
      @siyabongakhanyisile1158 21 день назад

      I’m looking to buy Audi A3 1.8 TFSI 2016 model. Have you experience any issues with the months you have owned it

  • @MufasaJungle
    @MufasaJungle Год назад +4

    Just bought the 2.0 quattro full option, its being prepped now, cant wait!!

    • @brandonolsen2090
      @brandonolsen2090 3 месяца назад

      i see its been a year can you let me know how its been your experience with the car, the price of maintenance and reliability etc...Thanks

    • @ІванТерешкевич-э4ц
      @ІванТерешкевич-э4ц 3 месяца назад

      what is its fuel consumption? do you have 2.0 tfsi?

    • @MufasaJungle
      @MufasaJungle 3 месяца назад

      @@brandonolsen2090 it’s been good! I have to admit its my weekend car, bought is at 90k miles its now at 107k, if put a tune on it which put it to 250hp, pulls like a beast. I’ve had to replace some dumb rubber because it was leaking a bit of oil but ofher than that no maintenace.

    • @MufasaJungle
      @MufasaJungle 3 месяца назад

      @@ІванТерешкевич-э4ц yes 2.0 tfsi tuned, it’s doing around 1:16 with normal driving so it’s def not green, but then again, why would you buy a 2.0 if you want to drive green. I’m using 98 premium only as the tune was set to it

    • @MufasaJungle
      @MufasaJungle 3 месяца назад

      @@brandonolsen2090 the only thing, but thats more a personal one is that i want more hp but doing that will fuck the engine in the long term, if you are like me, save a bit more and buy the s3 for the easy to add hp

  • @lowly7377
    @lowly7377 2 года назад +3

    Ive seen bunch of videos about discriminating audis, a4, a3 so on. I'm pretty sure it doesnt matter which car you get, if you dont gonna take care of it, it's going to get bad either way, unless you buy Fiat Polska 1996, which barely has any components in, its normall that a car can get bad, they have a lot of stuff in them, but that's what makes it good, confy, sportslike and so on.

  • @JT-ce4bl
    @JT-ce4bl 8 месяцев назад

    I’ve got a 2017 Audi A3 sport, 2.0 TDI great car! decent power and MPG

  • @jumperman1962
    @jumperman1962 2 года назад +1

    Just bought 2.0 turbo Quattro. Enjoying it.

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад

      Fantastic 😁 s tronic or manual?

    • @jumperman1962
      @jumperman1962 2 года назад

      @@ScottishCarClan - Auto…. Live in a city with lots of traffic so I thought it would be best with Auto…

  • @patsfball3710
    @patsfball3710 2 года назад +4

    Own a3 wagon. Shes a beast. For 250$ I can chip the car to add about 65hp. Mine comes stock around 200hp so for 250$ for 265+ hp is well worth it. Car is a beast/perfect daily driver car

    • @theelephant5974
      @theelephant5974 2 года назад

      Which year is this? I'm eyeing a 2010 A3

    • @patsfball3710
      @patsfball3710 2 года назад +2

      @@theelephant5974 mine a 2008. Buy a 2009 or better parts are much cheaper. U can get a front bumper for a 2010 for 250$ a front bumper for my 2008 is 650$. The fenders rot in this car. Same thing a fender painted to match my car is about 350$ but for a 2009 to 2012 u can get them for about 100$. But if u buy if buy a tune chip for about 300$ Apr chip. They come about 215hp which is plenty says 200hp but its more than what audi says but a 300$ tuner chip they can get around 275hp which hauls ass. Plenty to get u around quickly

    • @theelephant5974
      @theelephant5974 2 года назад

      @@patsfball3710 That sounds good enough for me. What about suspension and brakes?

    • @patsfball3710
      @patsfball3710 2 года назад

      @@theelephant5974 also if u put cheap Korean tires on it then it will shake in back and its annoying make sure put decent American tires on

    • @patsfball3710
      @patsfball3710 2 года назад

      @@theelephant5974 mine the break sensors went so it shows the break symbol. The suspension is starting to go in the front but mine over 200k so that's expected. Its nothing major but I can hear a small bumping soumd in front end I just havent had the time to check to see what it is

  • @r4z0r84
    @r4z0r84 Год назад +1

    2018 A3 Quattro S-line with 19,000km Audi approved plus, got 31,000 on it now but hardly drive it, does the job for me. But yeah does have that jutter of second, I'll be bringing that up next time I pop into my service centre as it's been like that since I bought it.

  • @dancampbell6415
    @dancampbell6415 3 года назад +50

    Great video! My misses has had her 2013 1.4 petrol (123hp non COD) for about 18 months now and I can't recommend it enough to anyone who doesn't do crazy miles. It's a lot nipper than it has any right to be and averages mid 40's to the gallon, £30 a year road tax and it owes nothing bar a service. Cracking cars 👍

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  3 года назад

      Thanks for the comment Dan, I must agree! Great cars.

    • @stjepanduvnjak6171
      @stjepanduvnjak6171 2 года назад

      What is non COD?

    • @crazyforiegner2
      @crazyforiegner2 2 года назад

      @@stjepanduvnjak6171 no cylinder deactivation

    • @user-oc7uu8ss1x
      @user-oc7uu8ss1x 10 месяцев назад +1

      1.4 sucks come on man. Oil usage breaks the whole engine

    • @dancampbell6415
      @dancampbell6415 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@user-oc7uu8ss1x not on the newer belt driven engines. We've had that car nearly 4 years, done nearly 40k miles in it and never had to top it up between services.

  • @mikeburns3616
    @mikeburns3616 Год назад

    2020 a3 with 27k miles. No creaks I have a 2000w sub and the only 2 things that “creak” are the light unit above my head and the sunroof. Granted the sun literally shakes my soul so tbh pretty good quality build any other car would shake apart

  • @giovannigiorgio514
    @giovannigiorgio514 Год назад +5

    You are a very knowledgeable person. Loved the video. Keep it up mate

  • @mashupgaming7225
    @mashupgaming7225 8 месяцев назад +2

    I have the 2008 tdi quattro, and for anyone thinking of buying, DON’T. Problem after problem with the dpf, glow plugs, engine lights, it’s been a constant headache with repairs, not knowing if I’m actually going to make it to my destination. When driving good it’s an absolute pleasure but it is certainly not worth the headaches and wallet costs

  • @PreBuss
    @PreBuss 2 года назад +4

    Great review, thanks, have 2015 1.4 tfsi cod, had the coolant leak, at least it had 12 month warranty, so was fine money wise. It’s not something you can find when buying the car, as you can only notice the leak after driving for quite a bit

    • @japanluv
      @japanluv Год назад

      How is it going? Going to see one tomorrow morning from a big used car dealer. Had cars from them before. Idk if you’re in the UK or not. It has 149k miles but looks very good. Anything I should check in particular for that mileage? Same as yours and also 2015.

    • @Mr_Sh1tcoin
      @Mr_Sh1tcoin Год назад +1

      @@japanluv seems to be common with VAG cars. I had an A3 8P 2008 which had coolant leak from the water pump which ended up wrecking the whole engine in about 2012, sold that car for scrap. Second time bought a brand new Skoda Fabia 2016 and water pump failed at around 50k miles in 2018. Luckily I noticed the temp needle move exactly as it happended and pulled over so no further damage was done to the engine; that was replaced under warranty.

    • @japanluv
      @japanluv Год назад +1

      @@Mr_Sh1tcoin Thanks. In the end, I got a 2015 Seat Leon 2.0 TDI FR estate with 150k miles, 1 owner full service history. Drives so well and doesn’t show the mileage🤗

  • @scootaongo5464
    @scootaongo5464 10 месяцев назад +1

    audi a3 2015 1.8t premium 125k miles has a ticking engine noise has white smoke coming from engine and exhaust mmi system works but no power to speakers any help will be appreciated 🙏🙏

  • @jazzip2989
    @jazzip2989 2 года назад +11

    I love this review...my last AA engineer told me about some of these same fault with the Audi's..I know the Germans can make good machines however no company is 💯 % perfect. we are only human....great little car anyway 👏👏👏

  • @user-CarVeennean
    @user-CarVeennean 5 месяцев назад

    Thanks very much for the usable info, nice! I own an A3 8P (4-2012, 218.000km/136.000ml) 1.4TFSI. Very nice and comfortable car. Chain and clutch replaced of course. Hardly noticable oil-usage.
    In due course looking for an A3 8V (2018> ) or 8Y petrol with 4 cilinders! What automatic gearboxes have dry clutches?
    Like I did, considering again having it chip-tuned, stage1. So much more fun for relatively little money, especiallly gained torque.

  • @oleg274
    @oleg274 2 года назад

    I’ve got 2018 2.0tfsi 190hp S Line. Love it

  • @pwej1985
    @pwej1985 Год назад +7

    Really helpful video. Thanks very much. Wasn’t aware of the wet and dry clutch issue. Any models to stay away from you think??

  • @terrybridgeman1920
    @terrybridgeman1920 2 месяца назад

    I’m about to buy a used 2017 (Jan) Audi A3 2.0l petrol Sportback automatic Quattro TFSi 190ps. Test drive on Saturday. It’s done 40,000 mls and is generally in good order. Have just watched your A3 buyers guide and you mentioned the two types of clutch, wet/dry. Can you tell me what is on the car I’m looking at. Thanks.

  • @courtpaul9334
    @courtpaul9334 2 года назад +3

    Hello,i'm from the Beautiful Caribbean Island 🏝 of Trinidad & Tobago 🇹🇹 w.i. I just came across your channel & I find it very informative especially when I'm thinking of purchasing a Red one 2nd. hand. Otherwise do enjoy the rest of your day.

    • @ja553
      @ja553 7 месяцев назад

      My fellow trini

  • @AbdulWahab-pz9pe
    @AbdulWahab-pz9pe 8 месяцев назад

    I have bought a 1.6 diesel it has a gudder on take off 1 gear after that its smooth

  • @mokhan9436
    @mokhan9436 2 года назад

    I have face lift 2017 TDI 2.0 great car no complaints.

  • @kapilawickramaratne
    @kapilawickramaratne Год назад +2

    2015 a3 1.2 ftsi 6speed stronic, dry or wet clutch ?

  • @bsinghgill
    @bsinghgill Год назад +3

    Probably been answered already in the comments, but what DSG gearbox does the 1.4 TFsi have? Thinking of trading in my 2011 Polo 1.2 SEL for either a 1.4 TFSI S-Line or a 1.4 ACT Golf GT/R-Line. Not many about with the £30-£35 road tax circa 2014-2016 with low mileage. Although, could be tempted by an older TT I saw in a show room yesterday 😅

    • @LeighBriody
      @LeighBriody Год назад

      Did you find an answer for this ? I also would like to know

    • @bsinghgill
      @bsinghgill Год назад

      @@LeighBriodyit’s the 7-speed DSG AFAIK 👍

  • @cussmustard4748
    @cussmustard4748 Год назад

    I have a 2017 2.0t Quattro 220hp in the US. Great small car

  • @robertleftwich1122
    @robertleftwich1122 2 года назад

    I’ve read enough and between the lines , I’m changed my mind and going to look for something different. I really had the desire to own an Audi !

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад

      Hey Robert. These can be great cars make no mistake. We are fairly brutal with these buyers guides so that you can go in with your eyes open. Avoid the dry clutch equipped cars if you can. the 6 speed S tronic's and manuals are very reliable. Good luck and let us know if you need any more info.

  • @gokhansomuncu
    @gokhansomuncu 3 месяца назад

    I wonder which A3 series (engine wise) has tiptronic gearbox ( not stronic) between 2010-2013. Also can we understand psyhcially if its tiptronic or not may be from gear lever o dashboard or something else?

  • @melsagelord3991
    @melsagelord3991 Год назад

    My 1.6 TDI sport is near faultless. Other than a niggly rear wiper/washer. Any tips? Twice it’s packed in either clogged pipes/wont move.

  • @Scaffie78
    @Scaffie78 2 года назад +1

    I don't see you mentioning the 2.0 TFSI 195bhp, it also comes with seven speed s-tronic

  • @sibusisogumede297
    @sibusisogumede297 11 месяцев назад

    Hi i have a A3 2015 1.4 sportback.I got it on 106k on the clock with a sstronic gearbox. What are the common problems to look for to make sure it remains in good condition

  • @vikasrana5672
    @vikasrana5672 4 месяца назад

    I have a 1.8tfsi. Have put a is38 turbo on it withball supporting mods. These 1.8tfsi engines have great potential.

  • @youraveragejoe1
    @youraveragejoe1 2 года назад +3

    I’m considering one of these, but the creaks/rattles put me off. Most of the VW’s and VW Group cars I’ve been in have had lots of rattles and vibrations and it’s driven me mad

    • @Roadwarrior92
      @Roadwarrior92 2 года назад

      Yeah my gti is annoying for noises inside. My ST focus was quieter inside and I miss that

    • @warrenthomas3777
      @warrenthomas3777 2 года назад

      I have a 2020 A3 saloon, absolutely love it had it for nearly two years but I do have creaks coming from the suspension every now and then going slowly over speed bumps. Hard to show to dealer as it doesn't happen all the time. Otherwise been very happy with it so far done about 34000 miles on it.

  • @garethroberts167
    @garethroberts167 2 года назад +2

    Great video...thank you...Just bought a 2014 A3, 2ltr TDI, 46k, triptronic... should I be particularly worried about anything on it?

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад +1

      Hey Gareth. Not at all! Great engine, great gearbox. Just enjoy 😉

  • @gazsandall3421
    @gazsandall3421 Месяц назад

    I have an A3 2015 tdi s-line. when not up to temperature and I try to push it a bit it goes into limp mode and the glow plug warning light flashes. i turn the key off then on and all is back to normal. the radiator kicks in full after a few miles sometimes if the car is hot or cold. first start up it ticks over at 12,000 revs unless i turn the car off again and restart where it ticks over normal. any ideas? feels like a sensor or turbo problem to me......

  • @agarvin64
    @agarvin64 8 месяцев назад

    I'm in the USA and came across a 2010 A3 2.0 from a salvage garage? Love the looks of it no bumps or scratches after looking at your video I'm having second thoughts! What do you think?

  • @Finestizpro
    @Finestizpro 3 года назад +4

    great guide i come from a 16 mazda s GT hatch and im toying with the idea of getting an a3. it seems like an amazing small fun car i can only imagine the s3!

    • @milosdjordjevic18
      @milosdjordjevic18 3 года назад +4

      I bought a 2015 2.0TDI s-line 2nd hand. Most amazing, reliable and beautiful car. The hijackers who stole her thought so too!

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад +2

      S3 video coming in the next week 😁

  • @james862
    @james862 3 года назад +6

    I’m getting 1.6 TDI , how many miles should I be doing ? Do shorter journeys damage the car ?

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад +12

      Hi James. Being diesel it needs to through what’s called a regeneration for its DPF (a special filter in the exhaust). These regenerations take place during longer journeys so if your only ever doing short journeys it doesn’t get a chance to complete. The purpose of them is to burn off built up soot. Try to take it a longer drive once in a while and I’m sure you’ll be just fine!

    • @eemahnali5882
      @eemahnali5882 2 года назад

      @@ScottishCarClan hi Scottish car clan I was after a petrol but the most powerful and reliable. which would you recommend? thanks😀

    • @Ztxk94
      @Ztxk94 Год назад

      @@eemahnali5882most definitely the facelift (2016+) 2.0tfsi or even the pre facelift (2013-2015) 1.8tfsi

  • @pickle9607
    @pickle9607 2 года назад +2

    This helped me a lot, watched this before putting a deposit down on a 15plate 1.8 tfsi saloon 👍

  • @HappyDude1
    @HappyDude1 Год назад

    Im looking for a audi s3 with a dual clutch automatic, are they good ?
    And does it have any other problems ?

  • @adamsankey9589
    @adamsankey9589 10 месяцев назад

    Also has the Audi A3 1.4TFSI engine got a timing belt or a timing chain and which one model year should I go with for reliability

  • @audia4351
    @audia4351 Месяц назад

    Hi I’m looking at a 1.4tsfi e tron do these have a timing belt or timing chain , I am interested in buying one today

  • @WaRgAzMiZzEd
    @WaRgAzMiZzEd 5 месяцев назад

    Great video, do you know if the 7 Speed DSG in the 2.0 TFSI, 2017 is a wet or dry clutch? Thanks

  • @mohammedzubair4462
    @mohammedzubair4462 2 года назад +1

    Hi I am looking to buy an Audi a3 1.4tfsi FA17KVW can you tell me if this has dry or wet clutch pads? And would you recommend this car?? Thanks

  • @darrencoates6009
    @darrencoates6009 5 месяцев назад

    I am looking at a 2011 (Canadian) A3 with the 2.0L Turbo. It has 177,000 km. Does this configuration have a dry clutch or a wet clutch. I understand that the wet ones are less problematic? Also, how long to the timing chains typically last? Thanks

  • @besmirqerimi6115
    @besmirqerimi6115 2 года назад +2

    Hi. Great video.
    I am looking buying an A3 1.4 tfsi from 2014-2016. Does the 1.4 tfsi has a version with the DSG 6 speed? I have the Golf 7 with 7 speed dsg and i hate it.

    • @a.porzingis5119
      @a.porzingis5119 2 года назад

      Why u hate 7speed dsg?are u from albania?

    • @besmirqerimi6115
      @besmirqerimi6115 2 года назад

      @@a.porzingis5119 the worst gearbox. The cheapest also. VW made a deal with Toyota to have this 7speed gearbox. In theory it was a good gearbox but in practice it was a nightmare.

  • @jamiebond6067
    @jamiebond6067 7 месяцев назад

    I’m looking at getting a 2015 hatchback/ 2016 saloon Audi a3 s-line with the 1.4 TFSI which clutch do they have

  • @jairvalderrama3386
    @jairvalderrama3386 Месяц назад

    My mom wants a 2014 a3 8v 1.8 turbo with the 7 speed, it is good for like 6k $

  • @davidlesh7162
    @davidlesh7162 2 года назад +1

    I'm going to look at a Audi A3 Premium and BMW 320xi this evening. Both 2018 thoughts on better reliability?

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад +1

      Both very strong in reliability terms. Watch out for the s tronic judder in the a3 as mentioned in the video. Check the 320 idles and accelerates smooth, 2018 is right when the crank sensors were failing. Best of luck and enjoy!

  • @curtismaimela752
    @curtismaimela752 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the info. Im planning on purchasing an 2014 A3 1.4 SE with manual transmission. Is it a good choice

    • @kyleschepitan2384
      @kyleschepitan2384 2 года назад

      Did you get it? I’m looking at a 2015 SE 1.4 dsg as well

  • @lenndookun847
    @lenndookun847 Год назад

    Hello there, My car is an Audi A3 Sportback 1.6 petrol year 2012 - manual 5 gears ; does it have a dry clutch system ?? It’s an awesome car ❤❤❤❤

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  Год назад +1

      No, manuals are different and totally reliable. You're all good :)

    • @lenndookun847
      @lenndookun847 Год назад

      @@ScottishCarClan Thank you 😊

  • @okisakuyama2291
    @okisakuyama2291 2 года назад

    Can you tell me what clutch type is the below model I am considering to buy?
    2015 gasoline automatic 1.4 SB TFSI COD S-tronic
    Also if you can share how I can find out how to look it up
    Thank you in advance

  • @anthonygurney5286
    @anthonygurney5286 Год назад

    I've just got a 2014 audi a3 2.0 tdi and it never smelt at the time,but now I'm home and it's parked up it's smells so bad inside the car when parked up of diesel..?? Any help...? Its well bad and don't know where to start..? 😢

  • @cikakure7165
    @cikakure7165 Год назад

    I have 2018 2.0 diesel quattro sportback, 230 bhp perfect car. Only audi , especially because of quattro drivetrain

  • @Lost___Gamer
    @Lost___Gamer 7 месяцев назад +1

    Great video! Very informative. I was thinking about buying the 1.4 perrol preferably one with cylinder deactivation built in. I just use it on the weekends and not as a daily commuter. Would that be a good fit? Also is that engine equipped with a dry or wet clutch?

  • @rhyspohlmann4467
    @rhyspohlmann4467 3 года назад +3

    As a specialist myself this is a fantastic guide, welll done

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад

      Thanks, appreciate it!

    • @marcvianello511
      @marcvianello511 2 года назад

      Hi Rhys as a specialist bud what should I be looking out for im thinking of buying a A3 (2016) CoD manual 1.4L TFSI S LINE 3D 148 BHP petrol any tips would be much appreciated thanks

    • @dylanbrunning
      @dylanbrunning 6 месяцев назад

      @@marcvianello511did you buy in the end? If so how has it been, currently look at - 2013 s line model of one.

  • @marcogoldstein3453
    @marcogoldstein3453 7 месяцев назад

    Im thinking of buying an A3 1.8T ambition 2012 model. 3 Door. Should i buy it or not and if no why not. Thanks.

  • @Apostroph418
    @Apostroph418 2 месяца назад

    Hey, so dry clutch has 7 gears and wet one has 6? right? I'm looking to but a 2.0 TFSI or 1,5 tfsi

  • @LukeCoulterr
    @LukeCoulterr 9 месяцев назад

    Looking at a A3 TDI Sport S Tronic, 1.6lt 2014 automatic diesel today. It’s only done 7,800 miles and is cheap. Should I be worried?

  • @stitch8786
    @stitch8786 Год назад

    What was it exactly that you replaced in your gearbox ? I have 2016 a3 1.8t trying to see how much it’ll cost me

  • @PaulBlackmore
    @PaulBlackmore 7 месяцев назад

    I’m looking at a (similar to A3) A4 avant, 2017, 2L tfsi auto. Can you help me figure out if this uses wet/dry clutch packs?

  • @lauritswulff
    @lauritswulff 3 месяца назад

    I am interested in a (14/07/2014) 2015 model A3 1.4 tfsi 150hp automatic 3 door, that has done 180.000 km
    Anything specific to look for out for?
    This has the dry clutch right, and timing belt instead of chain?

  • @waynesworld6020
    @waynesworld6020 3 года назад +3

    Hi. I have a audi a3 sportsback 2018 model. Issue with graoning and creaking from front end when turning steering wheel to nearly full lock either way. Audi dealer says this is a normal issues with audi a3 to have this creaking and groaning noise.
    Changed the top bearing mountings but still annoying seems to be worst in dry weather..any tips or ideas what could be issue or is this just normal?

    • @Asyanica
      @Asyanica 2 года назад +1

      I have a 2019 and just started noticing the same creaking noise while turning at slow speed, it just went in for its first maintenance and they told me the exact same thing! The top left bearing is getting replaced next week.

    • @waynesworld6020
      @waynesworld6020 2 года назад

      @Tom Heyvaert had this changed under audi warranty but they wasn't going to cover the cost as its a common characteristics with audi a3s models so put a complaint to audi and finally got it replaced under warranty. I also sprayed lubricant on all joints etc track rod ends. Ball joints arm joints. as advised to lubricant the ball joints as they dry out .
      Seems to solve 80% of creaking.
      Another issue had was door rubber seal drying out graoning so put some VW G000405A2 Silicon Grease 50g Genuine New OEM Part
      Solved the groaning from door seals drying out. Hope this helped👍

    • @Asyanica
      @Asyanica 2 года назад +1

      @@waynesworld6020 Thanks for the input man, its a company car so im not too worried about any costs involved. The dealer said the bearings will be replaced under warranty anyways. I'll keep you posted, the parts should come in next week!

    • @waynesworld6020
      @waynesworld6020 2 года назад

      @Tom Heyvaert 👍. Maybe mine was under a extended warranty that I got issues replacing them.

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  2 года назад

      Hey Waynesworld. Will it make the noise when stationary or do you need to be moving? If when stationary this should be quite easy to spot on a ramp. If its only when moving try applying a dab of brakes when turning in each direction as the noise occurs and see if it disappears or quietens down.

  • @adnanmoh8835
    @adnanmoh8835 10 месяцев назад

    I'm looking for a spoiler for my audi a3 2017 Base model 3dr... I've looked everywhere and can't seem to find anything for it so any help would appreciate it

  • @alzen9776
    @alzen9776 Год назад

    Would you recommend an Audi A3 SB (2016) 1,4 TFSI Cod Ultra s-tronic?

  • @dubdub2210
    @dubdub2210 Год назад

    Cheers mate..thanks for advice...I just swapped in my Volvo V40 r design which I loved for a A3 2.0 tfsi black edition quattro with just 29000 miles on a 17 plate..wow it's an Amazin drive,smooth just glides over the rd..B & O sound system ,,all leather ,,panaramic roof its da Nuts....just hope that dsg gearbox don't play up aaaaa lol 😀

  • @adamsankey9589
    @adamsankey9589 10 месяцев назад

    Hi I'm looking to buy a 2014 Audi A3 1.4 TFSI COD S line S Tronic convertible but I'm woundring if the turbos are build proof or not very good, are there any problems with the electric roofs I need to look out for, with the automatic gearbox in the 1.4 TFSI engine bullet proof as well and has the Audi A3 1.4 automatic gearbox convertible got a wet clutch or a dry clutch if you would now and if the turbo does go in it is it oil feed or not and would I be able to replace it or not. This is my first Audi and my first automatic car as well

  • @jaro.vs0351
    @jaro.vs0351 21 день назад

    I bought a 2019 a3 tfsi it has a 1.5 with 150hp, any known problems?

  • @camilfleur-de-lis2101
    @camilfleur-de-lis2101 2 года назад

    All I could focus on was your amazing accent! I love it :)

  • @mc_official3513
    @mc_official3513 Месяц назад

    I was waiting for the test drive review

  • @cypriotflare
    @cypriotflare Год назад

    Nice vid, is the A3 2015 sportback 1.4 tfsi COD 150 a dry 7 speed gearbox or wet gearbox requiring oil change? Thanks

  • @JohnHammondTVPres
    @JohnHammondTVPres 10 месяцев назад

    Hello I'm looking at a 1.8 tronic A3 TFSI.. S line does this have a dry clutch plate mechanism? Year is 2014 Thanks

  • @TenPester
    @TenPester 2 года назад

    I went from an Audi A4 1.4 TFSi Sport, to a Jaguar XE R-Sport AWD, and now i'm kind of bored with it. Not a patch on German cars, so I thought, i've never owned a Golf, so i'll get a Golf GTD, and it's kind of hard to get one someone has looked after, so I thought, what's the equivalent to a Golf GTD in the Audi world? I haven't answered the question, but thanks for the video :)

    • @TenPester
      @TenPester Год назад

      Reply to myself here. I got rid of the XE for a Golf R mk7.5 and it was a hoot. Bit of a ridiculous daily driver so moved it on. Looking at an A3 2.0 Tfsi now.

  • @faninimatuna4196
    @faninimatuna4196 2 года назад

    Hi I have 2016 A3 8.v 1.4 tfsi stronic pertrol please tell me more about them

  • @lottoball3751
    @lottoball3751 4 месяца назад

    Just found a 2015 A3 premium 1.8 for 12,985 with 47,000 miles on !!! Is it something to be happy
    About or is one them sounds to good to be true situations ?

  • @wilzcee0073
    @wilzcee0073 2 года назад

    Hi i am currently looking at 2 audi a3’s one of them is the 2015 2.0T automatic petol progessiv all wheel drive and the other is audi a3 2016 komfort 2.0T automatic all wheel drive also petrol . Are any of them worth buying both have around 60,000 miles on them. I am in canada so these are left hand drive models. Both say TSFI Quattro On them thanks for any advice you may have .

  • @aadityanaik6497
    @aadityanaik6497 9 месяцев назад

    Hi i have the oil leak and the coolant problem how do i fix it any recommendations

  • @sanjkaur4378
    @sanjkaur4378 10 месяцев назад

    The audi a3 sport s tronic 18 plate, 1.5 tfsi. Is that a dry/wet clutch

  • @nm8193
    @nm8193 Год назад

    Hi, I just bought a 2018 A3 1.6 TDI sport Sedan with S tronic Gearbox, sometimes I hear the gear changes at low gears like 2 and 3 also sometimes jerks any idea what it might be? Car drives fine throughout all other gears

  • @OC02
    @OC02 Год назад

    Hi mate just wondering would you recommend against buying a 1.8 tfsi from Japan?

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  Год назад

      1.8 tfsi tends to have the dry clutch so just watch out for it juddering in second gear coming away from junctions etc.

  • @karllewington
    @karllewington Год назад

    i have a audi a3 gearbox sign popped up great news for me

  • @arm-km7ew
    @arm-km7ew 2 года назад

    Hello, I’ve just got a 2011 a3 1.6 tdi automatic s tronic 3 door! What should I look for any tips?
    Thank you!

  • @cool6515
    @cool6515 2 года назад +1

    Hey, I was about to buy a 2015 Audi A3 1.6 SE TDI for 15K and 119K KMs on the clock. Is it a good buy? Any suggestions? Thanks a million

  • @aamin6665
    @aamin6665 3 года назад +1

    Hi i have an audi a3 1.4 tfsi 140 bhp it doesn’t judder when i move off but while im slowing down from a high speed the car will like have this small judder while going down but mostly when it goes to gear 2 is this normal as im slowing down from a high and harsh breaking or clutch issue (7speed gearbox)

  • @SaabStory636
    @SaabStory636 2 года назад

    Did you guys not get the 2.0t petrol engine out of the GTI for the A3?

  • @samirulislam1567
    @samirulislam1567 11 месяцев назад

    Im wanting to purchase the 1.4 TFSI COD s line model audi but then getting mixed reviews hence the 1.5 model COD S line, but which one is more reliable and to have for the longer term for occupational motorway trips/family etc? Hope someone could enlighten me to make my decision

  • @shakshah4258
    @shakshah4258 2 года назад

    The 17 plate audi a3 1.6tdi is it wet clutch or dry clutch thanks t.care 😊 👌

  • @red1ques
    @red1ques Год назад

    If I bot audi a3 2015 1.8 tfsi, and it is a 6 speed is it mean it is a wet clutch? Because as I got it correct dry clutch is on 7 speed transmission

  • @altneibe
    @altneibe Год назад

    How i can now the Automatic transmission is dry or wet one please ❤thank you

    • @ScottishCarClan
      @ScottishCarClan  Год назад

      Tell me the engine size and whether it’s petrol or diesel and I’ll let you know 😁🫡

    • @danc1829
      @danc1829 8 месяцев назад

      ​@@ScottishCarClan Could u tell me as I'm looking at a A3 the weekend. It's a 1.4 TFSI 2016 DSG