The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 102 S LINE STRON AUTO is a premium compact hatchback: smartly finished and easier to park than a larger family car, while offering more polish than many mainstream small hatchbacks. Its three-door layout and S line look give it a sportier, less practical feel than the five-door A3. With a 1.6-litre petrol engine and automatic gearbox, this A3 suits commuting, errands and relaxed everyday driving, especially for singles, couples or small households who value comfort and a premium badge over maximum space. It is a used alternative to rivals such as the BMW 1 Series and Mercedes-Benz A-Class, with understated styling and a refined cabin. mycarcheck.com recorded 54 look-ups across 21 VINs, with an average private-sale valuation of £3,000. The sample averaged 99,000 miles, 6,000 miles annually and 5.7 previous keepers; these figures describe checked cars, not every A3.