The AUDI A3 (1996-03) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.9 TDI 90 SE is a compact five-door premium hatchback, combining everyday practicality with a more polished feel than many mainstream family cars. In the UK market, it bridges affordable hatchbacks and larger, pricier models, with useful space for passengers and shopping. The 1.9-litre diesel is valued for economical running and steady, relaxed journeys, suiting commuters, small families and drivers seeking a manageable used car. Five doors make access easy, while SE specification and the A3’s smart cabin helped it feel more upmarket than a Ford Focus, though condition is crucial in an older example. mycarcheck.com has four look-ups across two VINs, so figures are indicative, not a market-wide guide: average private-sale valuation was £300, recorded mileage 146,000, annual mileage 1,000, and previous keepers 4.25. Check service history and condition carefully; these averages describe a tiny sample, not a guarantee for any individual car.