AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 1.6 102 SPECIAL EDITION
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 1.6 102 SPECIAL EDITION is a five-door petrol hatchback, sitting in the UK’s premium small-family-car market. It combines a compact shape with rear doors and a practical boot, making it more versatile than a city car while remaining easy to manage around town today.
mycarcheck.com has recorded 2,699 checks covering 1,417 different VINs, a substantial sample for this particular version. The cars checked averaged 110,000 miles, around 6,000 miles a year, and 4.5 previous keepers; average private-sale valuation was £1,500. These figures offer useful context, not a price promise or a measure of condition.
The 1.6-litre 102 is a straightforward choice for commuting, errands and family trips, suiting buyers who value comfort and a quality-feeling cabin over brisk performance. The Sportback’s extra doors help access, while its Audi styling feels more polished than rivals such as the Ford Focus; compare condition and history.
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Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 1,417 different vehicles, run between February 17th 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.
2,699
Lookups
Lookups
181
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
115k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£1,500
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
