Buying a new A3 Sportback - which engine?

I plan to downsize from my Saab 9.3 1.8t. The new car must be petrol with a reasonable boot and have low VED. I'd also like a car with a bit of performance.

The Audi A3 Sportback 1.4TFSI six-speed manual seems to tick all the right boxes. What do you think?

Asked on 10 April 2014 by Rod May

Answered by Honest John
Yes, that new EA211 belt cam 1.4TFSI ACT 140 is a very nice engine. Flexible at low revs and also quite lively.
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