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Audi S3 Sportback (2024)
Apr 2024 - International First Drive Review
More power and a clever differential for the Audi S3, but has it helped with the car's appeal?
by Matt Robinson
More power and a clever differential for the Audi S3, but has it helped with the car's appeal?
by Matt Robinson
Audi A3 Sportback 35 TFSI (2024)
Apr 2024 - International First Drive Review
Mild updates for one of the best premium compact hatchbacks out there, the Audi A3.
by Matt Robinson
Mild updates for one of the best premium compact hatchbacks out there, the Audi A3.
by Matt Robinson
Audi S3 (2024 prototype)
Feb 2024 - Prototype Review
An early drive in the revamped Audi S3 reveals it's closer to the RS 3 than ever before.
by Shane O' Donoghue
An early drive in the revamped Audi S3 reveals it's closer to the RS 3 than ever before.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Audi RS 3 Sportback (2022)
Oct 2021 - International First Drive Review
The 2022 Audi RS 3 promises to add driver involvement to its considerable speed.
by Dave Humphreys
The 2022 Audi RS 3 promises to add driver involvement to its considerable speed.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi A3 40 TFSI e hybrid (2021)
Dec 2020 - International First Drive Review
We drive the plug-in hybrid version of the new Audi A3 Sportback.
by Matt Robinson
We drive the plug-in hybrid version of the new Audi A3 Sportback.
by Matt Robinson
Audi S3 Sportback (2021)
Dec 2020 - International First Drive Review
Audi's first hot Mk4 A3 arrives and it's the expected S3 derivative. How good is it?
by Matt Robinson
Audi's first hot Mk4 A3 arrives and it's the expected S3 derivative. How good is it?
by Matt Robinson
Audi A3 Sportback 35 TFSI MHEV (2020)
Dec 2020 - Irish Review
Audi's new A3 has looks and quality on its side, but is that enough against VW, SEAT and Skoda?
by Neil Briscoe
Audi's new A3 has looks and quality on its side, but is that enough against VW, SEAT and Skoda?
by Neil Briscoe
Audi A3 Saloon 30 TFSI (2020)
Oct 2020 - Irish Review
The Audi A3 Saloon is more stylish than ever, but choose your version carefully.
by Shane O' Donoghue
The Audi A3 Saloon is more stylish than ever, but choose your version carefully.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Audi A3 Sportback 35 TDI (2020)
Mar 2020 - International First Drive Review
An improved diesel engine suits the new Audi A3 very well, especially in automatic guise.
by Dave Humphreys
An improved diesel engine suits the new Audi A3 very well, especially in automatic guise.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi A3 Sportback 35 TFSI MHEV (2020)
Mar 2020 - International First Drive Review
The new Audi A3 is at its most refined with its new mild hybrid petrol setup.
by Dave Humphreys
The new Audi A3 is at its most refined with its new mild hybrid petrol setup.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi RS 3 Sportback (2019)
May 2019 - International First Drive Review
After a brief WLTP-related hiatus, the RS 3 is back for another crack at the hyperhatch title.
by Matt Robinson
After a brief WLTP-related hiatus, the RS 3 is back for another crack at the hyperhatch title.
by Matt Robinson
Audi RS 3 Saloon
May 2018 - Irish Review
It’s harder-hitting than the BMW M2, but is the Audi RS 3 Saloon as much fun?
by Neil Briscoe
It’s harder-hitting than the BMW M2, but is the Audi RS 3 Saloon as much fun?
by Neil Briscoe
Audi RS 3 Saloon
Aug 2017 - International First Drive Review
Audi ramps up the RS 3’s power outputs and introduces a four-door Saloon model, too...
by Matt Robinson
Audi ramps up the RS 3’s power outputs and introduces a four-door Saloon model, too...
by Matt Robinson
Audi A3 Saloon
Sep 2016 - Irish Review
We've always loved the looks of the Audi A3 Saloon, and now an updated version has arrived in Ireland.
by Shane O' Donoghue
We've always loved the looks of the Audi A3 Saloon, and now an updated version has arrived in Ireland.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Audi S3 Cabriolet
Jun 2016 - International First Drive Review
Style and speed make for a winning combination in the refreshed Audi S3 Cabriolet.
by Dave Humphreys
Style and speed make for a winning combination in the refreshed Audi S3 Cabriolet.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi A3 1.6 TDI
May 2016 - International First Drive Review
The subtlest of updates show there is little to improve upon in the new Audi A3.
by Dave Humphreys
The subtlest of updates show there is little to improve upon in the new Audi A3.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi S3 Saloon
May 2016 - International First Drive Review
The S3 remains one of our preferred choices of performance Audi.
by Matt Robinson
The S3 remains one of our preferred choices of performance Audi.
by Matt Robinson
Audi A3 Sportback 1.0 TFSI
May 2016 - International First Drive Review
Three-cylinder power for the facelifted Audi A3. Is a 1.0-litre man enough?
by Matt Robinson
Three-cylinder power for the facelifted Audi A3. Is a 1.0-litre man enough?
by Matt Robinson
Audi RS 3 Sportback
Feb 2016 - Irish Review
With 367hp and four-wheel drive, the Audi RS 3 Sportback could be the ultimate hot hatch.
by Dave Humphreys
With 367hp and four-wheel drive, the Audi RS 3 Sportback could be the ultimate hot hatch.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Apr 2015 - Irish Review
The hybrid A3 e-tron purports to be the best of both worlds - what's it like on Irish roads?
by Shane O' Donoghue
The hybrid A3 e-tron purports to be the best of both worlds - what's it like on Irish roads?
by Shane O' Donoghue
Audi RS 3 Sportback
Apr 2015 - International First Drive Review
Big power, huge capability: Audi RS 3 Sportback brings supercar pace to hatches.
by Kyle Fortune
Big power, huge capability: Audi RS 3 Sportback brings supercar pace to hatches.
by Kyle Fortune
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Jun 2014 - International First Drive Review
Audi quietly joins the electrification revolution with its subtly impressive A3 Sportback e-tron.
by Kyle Fortune
Audi quietly joins the electrification revolution with its subtly impressive A3 Sportback e-tron.
by Kyle Fortune
Audi S3 Saloon
May 2014 - Irish Review
Grafting a boot onto the back of the Audi S3 has created a rather compelling sports saloon.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Grafting a boot onto the back of the Audi S3 has created a rather compelling sports saloon.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Audi S3 Cabriolet
Mar 2014 - International First Drive Review
Love the Audi A3 Cabriolet, but fancy 300hp and quattro four-wheel drive? Step this way...
by Matt Robinson
Love the Audi A3 Cabriolet, but fancy 300hp and quattro four-wheel drive? Step this way...
by Matt Robinson
Audi A3 Saloon
Dec 2013 - Irish Review
Four-door A3 Saloon could just be the best Audi you can currently buy.
by Neil Briscoe
Four-door A3 Saloon could just be the best Audi you can currently buy.
by Neil Briscoe
Audi S3 Saloon
Nov 2013 - International First Drive Review
Is Audi's new S3 Saloon the 300hp executive we've been waiting for?
by Paul Healy
Is Audi's new S3 Saloon the 300hp executive we've been waiting for?
by Paul Healy
Audi A3 Cabriolet
Nov 2013 - International First Drive Review
Audi's open top A3 will arrive in spring next year. We've been to Monaco to try it out early.
by Paul Healy
Audi's open top A3 will arrive in spring next year. We've been to Monaco to try it out early.
by Paul Healy
Audi S3 three-door
Oct 2013 - Irish Review
Paul selflessly set aside his birthday week to see if the Audi S3 can live up to his expectations.
by Paul Healy
Paul selflessly set aside his birthday week to see if the Audi S3 can live up to his expectations.
by Paul Healy
Audi A3 Saloon
Jun 2013 - International First Drive Review
Audi has taken its popular A3 and given it the four-door saloon treatment.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi has taken its popular A3 and given it the four-door saloon treatment.
by Dave Humphreys
Audi S3 three-door
Apr 2013 - International First Drive Review
Incredible technical detail leads to fast, efficient transport in the new Audi S3.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Incredible technical detail leads to fast, efficient transport in the new Audi S3.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Audi A3 Sportback
Nov 2012 - International First Drive Review
The outgoing A3 Sportback was the best-seller in the segment. Can the new model reclaim that mantle?
by Paul Healy
The outgoing A3 Sportback was the best-seller in the segment. Can the new model reclaim that mantle?
by Paul Healy
Audi A3 three-door
Sep 2012 - Irish First Drive Review
Third generation Audi A3 arrives in Ireland. We drive it in Killarney.
by Paul Healy
Third generation Audi A3 arrives in Ireland. We drive it in Killarney.
by Paul Healy
Audi A3 three-door
May 2012 - International First Drive Review
All-new Audi A3 impresses with great new 2.0 TDI engine.
by Graeme Lambert
All-new Audi A3 impresses with great new 2.0 TDI engine.
by Graeme Lambert
Audi RS 3 Sportback
Mar 2011 - International First Drive Review
Audi's next RS model is the RS 3 Sportback. Deserving of the badge?
by Kyle Fortune
Audi's next RS model is the RS 3 Sportback. Deserving of the badge?
by Kyle Fortune
Audi A3 three-door
Jan 2011 - Long Term Test
We say goodbye to our long-term Audi A3.
by Paddy Comyn
We say goodbye to our long-term Audi A3.
by Paddy Comyn
Audi A3 three-door
Nov 2010 - Long Term Test
We've taken delivery of the most efficient Audi A3 you can buy.
by Shane O' Donoghue
We've taken delivery of the most efficient Audi A3 you can buy.
by Shane O' Donoghue