Audi A3 Sportback
Facelift for this premium family hatchback brings sportier looks and a longer list of standard kit On sale Now Price from £32,630
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AUDI IS SET to venture into Formula 1 racing soon, and we anticipate a swift ascent to the front of the grid for the German brand. After all, it isn’t afraid of some healthy competition.
Take the current-generation A3. It’s comfy, enjoyable to drive, spacious enough inside for most and comes with a decent range of engines, but that hasn’t stopped Audi from treating it to a mid-life facelift in an effort to keep it ahead of rivals. It’s as if it took an intensive course at the David Brailsford school of marginal gains.
BMW 1 Series
★★★★☆
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
★★★★☆
A step behind its rivals for build quality and not as engaging to drive.