The AUDI A3 (2008-13) 5DR SPORTBACK 2.0 TDI DPF SS EU5 140 S LINE 6SPD is a five-door premium family hatchback. It offers useful everyday space, smart styling and a more upmarket feel than mainstream rivals such as the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra, while remaining easier to park and live with than a larger car. Mycarcheck.com records 1,159 lookups across 442 distinct VINs, a substantial sample for this model. The average private-sale valuation is £3,500, with average recorded mileage of 126,000 miles and annual use of 8,000 miles. Cars checked had about 3.3 previous keepers on average, so condition, maintenance records and ownership history deserve careful attention when viewing. Its 140-horsepower diesel and six-speed gearbox suit commuters and small families seeking motorway travel and good fuel economy. S line styling adds sportiness, while the Sportback remains practical. As with a used Audi A3, judge each car by its condition and history.