AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI 140 SPORT
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI 140 SPORT is a premium-feeling five-door hatchback, offering more space and everyday usefulness than a small city car while remaining easier to park than a larger car. It sits among family hatchbacks, competing with the Volkswagen Golf, BMW 1 Series and Ford Focus.
With its diesel engine and five-door layout, it suits commuters and small families seeking comfortable longer journeys, useful boot space and economical running. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 3,884 checks across 1,799 cars, a substantial sample. Checked examples average 151,000 miles and 8,000 miles annually, pointing to regular daily use for commuting.
Sport trim gives the A3 a purposeful look and quality feel, while its composed ride and strong pull make it enjoyable on motorways. The average private-sale value is £1,300, and checked cars have had about five previous keepers. Condition and service history matter at this mileage, so check carefully before buying.
A used Audi A3 Sportback can hide outstanding finance, an insurance write-off, theft or mileage discrepancies. Enter the reg now to check before hidden damage or costly faults become your problem.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 1,799 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.
3,884
Lookups
Lookups
552
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
161k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£1,300
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
