The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 3DR HATCHBACK 2.0 TDI DPF SS EU5 140 6SPD is a premium-feeling, three-door family hatchback, sitting above ordinary small cars while remaining easier to park than a larger saloon. Its smart, understated styling and Audi badge make it a familiar choice in the UK used-car market today. The 2.0-litre diesel suits commuting, motorway journeys and drivers wanting useful pulling power alongside sensible fuel use; the six-speed manual makes longer trips relaxed. Three doors mean less convenient rear access than five-door rivals, but the A3’s solid cabin and composed drive appeal to couples, singles and small households alike. mycarcheck.com has recorded just four look-ups across two VINs, so figures are indicative rather than a market picture. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £3,000, mileage of 113,000 and 2.25 previous keepers; buyers should verify each car’s history and condition, since age and maintenance matter more than reputation.