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The Audi A3 - three million cars and counting

The Audi A3 - three million cars and counting

17 years of enduring global appeal have just culminated in the production of the three-millionth Audi A3, the car which in 1996 stole a march on the German prestige ‘establishment’ by spearheading the creation of the now flourishing premium compact class.

The Audi A3 Saloon heads for the UK

The Audi A3 Saloon heads for the UK

First ever 'three-box' A3 variant set to join the UK range offering generous passenger and luggage space in a compact footprint.

Audi A3 and S3 saloons strike out in a new direction

Audi A3 and S3 saloons strike out in a new direction

The all-new Audi A3 is already famed for offering the finish and feel of an executive class car, and as if to emphasise the point it now has the boot to complete the impression – the new A3 Saloon range becomes available for UK ordering this summer, closely followed by the 300PS, quattro all-wheel-driven S3 Saloon.

New super-frugal Audi A1 and A3 ‘CoD’ models make the cut

New super-frugal Audi A1 and A3 ‘CoD’ models make the cut

Less really is more in the new Audi A1 and A3 TFSI Cylinder-on-Demand (CoD) models, which by cutting down on unnecessary mechanical effort manage to snap at the heels of their TDI counterparts with fuel economy figures of up to 60.1mpg.

Petrol or diesel? New 57 mpg A3 TFSI makes the decision even harder

Petrol or diesel? New 57 mpg A3 TFSI makes the decision even harder

Already renowned for offering all the refinement of a much larger car, the all-new Audi A3 now has an even more compact engine that also deftly belies its size.

New 188 mpg Audi A3 e-tron motors into Geneva

New 188 mpg Audi A3 e-tron motors into Geneva

Audi will make all the right connections next month when the A3 e-tron petrol/electric hybrid – capable of up to 188mpg – adds to the roster of highlights on the Audi stand at the Geneva Motor Show.

New 300PS Audi S3 Sportback expands the A3 family

New 300PS Audi S3 Sportback expands the A3 family

Savouring 300PS thrills while also satisfying the demands of a family will be easier to accomplish in the all-new, five-door Audi S3 Sportback.

Audi A3 Cabriolet prepares for its grand finale

Audi A3 Cabriolet prepares for its grand finale

As the worst of the snow recedes from much of the UK, the current Audi A3 Cabriolet is also withdrawing gracefully with the help of new Final Edition models which make the prospect of spring soft-top motoring even more attractive.

New Audi S3 with 300PS and 40mpg bound for Paris

New Audi S3 with 300PS and 40mpg bound for Paris

Audi is about to whip up a storm by injecting the latest A3 compact hatchback with a mighty 300PS and 380Nm of torque to create the all-new S3, one of the highlights of the forthcoming Paris Motor Show (September 29 to October 14).

Audi makes space for new A3 Sportback in Paris

Audi makes space for new A3 Sportback in Paris

The latest Audi A3 appears in a new capacity at next week’s Paris Motor Show (September 29 to October 14) as the third generation five-door Sportback version makes its world public debut.

Five stars for all-new Audi A3 in Euro NCAP crash test

Five stars for all-new Audi A3 in Euro NCAP crash test

The Euro NCAP consortium has awarded the new Audi A3 the maximum five-star rating for passive crash safety.

The Audi RS 3 Sportback - back by popular demand

The Audi RS 3 Sportback - back by popular demand

Following its initial sell-out performance in the UK, the Audi RS 3 Sportback is making a comeback, albeit one that is likely to be fleeting.

All-new Audi A3 hits home with best ever specification

All-new Audi A3 hits home with best ever specification

A breakthrough in premium compact hatchback quality and capability is about to be made as the all-new Audi A3 opens for UK ordering in its three-door form with prices starting from £19,205 OTR.

Audi A3 e-tron leads the charge for Audi in Shanghai

Audi A3 e-tron leads the charge for Audi in Shanghai

Audi is set to unveil a stunning technical study – the A3 e-tron concept – in Shanghai. The four-seat notchback saloon integrates the full breadth of the brand’s technological expertise – from the enhanced MMI operating system, to the high-end infotainment system, to the drivetrain.

Fastest ever Audi A3 boots up in Geneva

Fastest ever Audi A3 boots up in Geneva

A new take on the Audi A3 is hatched this week at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, where for the first time in its history the ultra-successful premium compact car not only adopts a striking ‘notchback’ saloon body shell, but also uniquely combines it with a power output of over 400PS for epic performance.