The AUDI A3 SPORTBACK (2012-16) 5DR SPORTBACK 1.6 TDI DPF SS 110 EU6 SE STRON AUTO7 is a premium five-door family hatchback, offering a smart alternative to the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus. Its compact size suits town driving, while the Sportback shape provides practical rear-seat and boot space for everyday use. With a 1.6-litre diesel engine and automatic gearbox, it is well suited to regular commuting and longer journeys, and can appeal to small families seeking comfort and usability. Mycarcheck.com records 505 checks covering 179 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot of shopper interest in this model within its UK used-car checks. Across those checks, average private-sale valuation is £6,200; recorded mileage averages 98,000, with annual use around 9,000 miles and roughly 2.7 previous keepers. These figures offer context, not a guarantee for any example. The A3’s polished feel, sensible size and diesel engine make it a compelling premium hatchback used choice.