AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI DPF SS EU5 105 S LINE
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI DPF SS EU5 105 S LINE is a premium-feeling five-door hatchback for UK buyers wanting everyday practicality. Its Sportback body offers more useful rear-seat and luggage space than a three-door A3, while S line styling gives this compact family car a sportier presence.
Checks on mycarcheck.com show 1,378 look-ups across 530 VINs, a sizeable sample dating from February 2021. Cars averaged £3,200 in private value, 122,000 miles, 7,000 miles yearly and four previous keepers. This diesel suits commuters and small families wanting economical longer journeys, but check each car's condition and history carefully.
Known for a comfortable cabin and settled road manners, the 1.6 TDI favours economical cruising over hot-hatch performance. S line adds visual appeal, while the A3's premium badge makes it a polished alternative to Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf and Vauxhall Astra rivals. Sensible with convincing service records and upkeep.
Considering an Audi A3 Sportback? Outstanding finance, write-offs, hidden damage, clocked mileage or theft could turn a bargain into a costly mistake. Enter the reg now and check before you buy.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 530 different vehicles, run between February 18th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
1,378
Lookups
Lookups
70
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
127k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£3,200
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
