The AUDI A3 HATCHBACK (2016-18) 3DR HATCHBACK 2.0 TDI DPF SS 150 EU6 SE STRON AUTO6 is a premium compact hatchback: a smart, more upmarket alternative to mainstream family cars, with three doors and an automatic gearbox. It suits buyers wanting Audi comfort and polish in a manageable everyday size. mycarcheck.com has recorded 22 checks across nine distinct VINs, a useful but modest sample. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £12,800 and average recorded mileage of 38,000 miles; average annual use is 7,000 miles. The cars had an average of 0.86 previous keepers, suggesting many checked examples had changed hands little. Its efficient diesel engine and automatic suit commuting and longer journeys, particularly for couples or households who value comfort over rear-seat access. Compared with the BMW 1 Series and Mercedes-Benz A-Class, the A3 offers understated styling, a quality cabin and an easy-to-live-with feel for daily use, too.