The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI 170 is a five-door diesel family hatchback, combining the A3’s upmarket feel with the extra practicality of the Sportback body. It sits above small hatchbacks for cabin quality and image, while offering an easier-to-park alternative to family cars. The 170bhp diesel suits commuting, motorway trips and family use, with pace for overtaking. Five doors and a hatchback boot add flexibility, while the refined cabin and premium image set it apart from mainstream rivals such as the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus. It suits buyers seeking a practical all-rounder, rather than a city car. Mycarcheck.com’s 98 look-ups cover 24 distinct VINs. Average recorded mileage was 138,000 miles, with 17,000 miles driven annually; cars had about five previous keepers on average. The average private-sale valuation was £1,500, but condition and service history can change a car’s worth considerably.