The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 3DR HATCHBACK 2.0 TDI DPF SS EU5 170 6SPD is a premium-feeling, three-door family hatchback: more grown-up than a small city car, but easier to park and live with than a larger saloon. It pairs a punchy diesel engine with a six-speed manual gearbox, suiting longer journeys. Mycarcheck.com has one check and one VIN for this exact version, so its figures are a snapshot, not a broad market average. That check indicates a private-sale valuation of £1,900, 141,000 miles and three previous keepers; average annual mileage is 12,000. Buyers should confirm condition, service history and value individually. The three-door layout and performance make it appealing to solo drivers, couples and commuters who value motorway cruising, while rear access is less convenient for families. Against Volkswagen Golf and BMW 1 Series rivals, the A3 is known for a polished cabin and composed feel. Check diesel upkeep before buying.