The AUDI A3 SPORTBACK (2012-16) 5DR SPORTBACK QUATTRO 2.0 TDI DPF SS 150 EU6 SPORT 6SPD is a premium five-door hatchback, offering a more polished feel than many mainstream family cars while staying easier to park than an SUV. Its Quattro four-wheel drive adds extra reassurance on wet or slippery roads, making it a distinctive choice in the compact-car class. mycarcheck.com has recorded nine checks covering six distinct cars, so the sample is useful but modest. Those records show an average private-sale valuation of £8,400 and average mileage of 85,000, with about 11,000 miles driven each year. Cars had averaged roughly two to three previous keepers. Comfort, diesel range and all-weather traction suit commuters and small families, from daily journeys to weekend trips. Against Volkswagen Golf, BMW 1 Series and Mercedes A-Class rivals, it is notable for sure-footed driving and a premium cabin; check service history and condition before buying.