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Buying an Audi A3 - which one?

I am currently running a Hyundai ix35 diesel and am considering going to petrol as I only do approx 12-14K per year. I had Audis for 18 years and wonder how good the new A3 is and what is the most reliable engine?

I only bought the ix35 to give my knees some comfort and after some teething problems I find it OK.

If not an A3 can you recommend any other petrol engine car? (comfort, quality, good MPG & reliability are required).

Asked on 6 May 2013 by gord

Answered by Honest John

I have not yet heard of any DPF problems on Hyundais or KIAs, unless you can make me the wiser.

But if going for an A3, it's either the 1.4TSI 122 or the 1.8TSI 180.

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