*Disclaimer: We rejected the car in this video and have sold the replacement car due to the ongoing issues with our original and replacement car along with the horrendous customer service.* We strongly advise you view the final a3 video first before deciding to order - it could save you a lot of grief: kzread.info/dash/bejne/la2Z2Zd7p6qpmqQ.html

Just like to say I've watched several "pro" A3 reviews and then yours were suggested to me by YT and have been the most helpful of all. I appreciate your honest , real world opinions , rather than the usual guff about the size of the door bins, whether you can fit a tank in the boot and whether any of the plastics are scratchy. I've subscribed.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud! The kind words really mean a lot :) We've always believed in being honest and helping people to make their own minds up rather than get paid by a company to tell you how great their cars are without really having them long enough to know what it's like to own 👍🏽

Just found your channel , great Normality to the reviews! Great to see the team work with the other half ! Best friends !

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Neil - really appreciate the feedback, glad you're finding them helpful 😊 Hope you've subscribed for more content and to help us grow 👍🏽

Enjoyed the content as usual, well done guys very honest and informative assessment of the new A3, lot of food for thought.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏽 hopefully we can continue to bring interesting content and slowly introduce a variety of cars

Picking up my new a3 saloon Monday, after watching this it’s answered a lot of queries and thoughts I had , thank you!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats bro! What trim did you go for? Hope you've subscribed to keep up to date with A3 content and to help us grow 👍🏽

@abdulmaalik7498

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Iv gone for the edition 1 35 tdi s tronic

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@abdulmaalik7498 lovely! The best value for money trim :)

Just ordered my A3. Getting it delivered June or July. Its a Proline Advanded (mid-range spec) with added Matrix LED and also rear view camera. I have had good customer support with my audi dealership before so hopefully I wont have any issues with this one either.

Great video and review to see, shame about the issues, sounds like minor things but it's often the minor issue that end up annoying one the most.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

That is so true, overall the car is great but at the same time when paying so much we know we shouldn't have to live with the faults. Hopefully they fix them soon - I notice Volkswagen at least come out and admit to the problems , wonder if Audi will follow

@Beardchanics

3 жыл бұрын

Would make sense than the rest of the group follow for sure. Crossed fingers!

Enjoyed the through review!

Congratulations on your new car. Personally I've owned 3 Audi A3s over the last 10 years. When I sat in this new one it was the final straw. There was blatant cost cutting in the interior over the the 2017 facelift MK 3 that I currently own. I could list 10 things specifically, also ergonomics seems to have gone out the window. Interestedly about the customer service issues you've experienced. Every time I've ended up trading in the car due to issues. MK 2, 2 valves in the engine failed in the diesel engine due to EA189 (emissions scandal) from the software update. Costing €2500. Air conditioning went in the MK 3 pre-facelift at 4 years which cost €1500 to fix. Also it had a leaking door seal they could never fix and the rear light stopped working costing €220 to fix. Now Mk 3 facelift both rear LED lights have developed condensation in the space of 6 months. They deny there is a design fault. Costed €700 for the 2 to be replaced. Google maps stopped working also in MK3 facelift. Was told by garage nothing could be done. Took making a complaint to Audi HQ to get it fixed. Automatic hand break sensor failed costed €350 to fix, 2 visits to the garage to be diagnosed as I was basically told I was imagining things. Finally replaced then 2 more repeat visits as twice the dashboard wasn't put back correctly. When I first bought an Audi you used to get offered a courtesy car for free when you'd be dropping your car off for a service. Now the courtesy car has to be booked 4 weeks in advance and costs €40. I totally get your view of the poor customer service. I was a very loyal Audi customer. But I finally have had it and I'm due to take delivery of a Volvo XC40 recharge in 3 weeks.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching buddy. Also thank you for taking the time out to share your experience. That in a nutshell sums up why on this car I had to take out the 5 year warranty I simply do not trust modern cars as far as I could throw them. I've got a 28 year old Toyota Supra and it's given me less issues! Volvo seems like a good sensible move 👍🏽

Thank you. Interesting to note the issues experienced by others around random warning lights! I have had multiple problems including warnings directing me to a dealers because the oil sensor had was not working. Just been in and had 3 software updates BUT oil warning still has no solution available. Had multiple issues with sat nav including sat nav failing during journey and making the loudest noise! No idea what that was about. Mentioned that during a hand car wash that water dripped from vent at back of rear view mirror - to be told car is due for recall! Unclear if they meant purely for this! However, the fault in windscreen relates to some sort of drip collection tube blocking and in some cars causing water to leak into footwells! My car now scheduled to have windscreen refitted and sealed......AUDI,,,,whatever next!

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! That sounds horrendous I had heard there was a recall for something to do with seals but never understood what exactly. What exactly happens with the sat nav? Does it reset itself?

Its nice car i have my a3 same version now 1 month and 5000km

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching bud, that's a lot of mileage in one month! How are you finding the experience?

Great content, you and your wife are naturals 😆 I should receive my A 3 Sportback edition 1 35 TFSI in Navarra blue in the next few weeks however I’m a bit nervous because of all the MMI issues etc that various people have mentioned. I specifically went for a premium more expensive brand because I thought it would deliver more!!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Oooo Navarra blue - that was a close second in our colour choice! It does look really nice the sun! I think you hit the nail on the head, being a premium brand I would have expected a better way to deal with the issues - Volkswagen for example have acknowledged varying software problems (no doubt the same components as used on the A3)

@ca3898

3 жыл бұрын

I forgot to ask if you guys drive with the gear selector in S mode much? Does it make a big difference from D mode? I have chosen automatic as I’ve decided that I’m fed up with manuals now 😊

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@ca3898 lol can't say I blame you, I think auto + paddle shift is the closest thing to the best of both worlds. In S it feels like the shift is more aggressive and slightly more responsive. But I usually keep it in D and then flick the paddles when I want a bit of fun 👍🏽

@coops111s

3 жыл бұрын

With selector in S mode hit the right hand paddle and it STAYS in manual mode, much more fun 👍

Very informative videos, I watch them instead of reading the handbook 😊. Just took delivery of my Python Yellow S3 Sportback with comfort and sound as well as driver assistance package 2 weeks ago and it looks stunning! First issue I noticed was that the ambient light option I had ordered wasn’t fitted! Back to the dealer with it and they checked the order to find it had been ordered when I placed my order in October last year. On further investigation they found in a bulletin that this option was no longer available from April this year but Audi had failed to notify me in person or the dealer that my car would be affected, so I have been refunded tho cost plus another £50 for the inconvenience. The next issue for me is that I cannot connect my car to myAudi account, I can see the car in the app and my name appears in the MMI but no way will it log me in the car. I have done the reset to factory settings but still won’t have it so it is having a day in the workshop on Thursday for further investigation! Today I noticed 2 sticky patch’s under the front number plate, looks like someone may have fitted the number plate in the wrong place, took it off and refitted but left the sticky patches on! That will be getting highlighted on Thursday!! Fingers crossed there isn’t anything else!!

Once again great video! Good to hear your wifes opinion , wasnt sure id appreciate the lane change assist but i will give it more of a chance now i think. Just to update you ive been told my A3 ( Vorsprung) will be ready for me on thursday! Thanks again great review from all of you.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Neil! Really appreciate the kind comments. You'll be one of the first in the country! Congrats bud 👍🏽 Is it tomorrow? Or next Thursday. Please let us know if it has a reverse camera. There's some confusion on whether it comes with it.

@TechInTheCar

3 жыл бұрын

She was talking about blind spot monitoring. Not lane assist. Just so you know what it is correctly called if checking online for it.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud, it's called " lane change assist - with exit warning and rear cross traffic alert" In the general industry it's known as blind spot, but not on the A3 configurators 👍🏽 But of course standard on the bells and whistles vorsprung 😉

@garfunkle87

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 for edition 1 model, does lane change assist only come with driver assistance pack?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@garfunkle87 strangely this week it disappeared of the website. It's actually separate from the driver assist pack but it looks like both have gone from the configurator. When I contacted Audi UK they were unsure why it's been removed from the website but assured me the dealers can still order it. They always change their website, my advice if placing the order make sure you take full screenshots at the time 👍🏽

Brilliant you tube channel, you and your wife and friend are very informative, I myself have a Audi A3 saloon, s line, I am amassing knowledge of the car from yourselves, your car is really cool, but in my opinion Audi have gone a step to far with their new dashboard layout, any thanks for your channel, and I eagerly await your next episode .

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy, glad you're enjoying it... The next update you will not want to miss :) Make sure the notification bell is switched on, I promise you it will be a surprise

@coops111s

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 I wonder what that announcement will be 🤣🤣

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@coops111s warning light fixes! 🤣

@coops111s

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 just turn off the MMI, job done 🤣

@johnbrown9029

3 жыл бұрын

Have been in contact with Audi about front seats on new A3 35-TFSI SLINE Sport the Audi dealer said he did not know what I was talking about and said that the front manual leather seats are per car.I pointed out that this car per spesification was electric seats and that Audi are aware of the problems on Electric seats and a small amount of A3 Audi cars where fitted with manual seats,I also said that I did contact Audi customer services and explained what you said on your KZread review I have also sent copy of your letter per screen shoot.This was then asked by the Audi Dearer to sent with all doc on car to them and will give reply between 7days or 10 days I feel that the Dealership are a bit negitive so any help towards this solution would be welcome.

On another note - recent customer service was quite good. However, when I bought car it was the opposite. I came so close to cancelling due to the salesmans banter and obvious lack of knowledge of both car and products. The pitch included - "it does not matter how much the car costs, its what you can afford in monthly payments that important!" I was bombarded with sales talk - it was like being on Ryan air when they try used to do a hard sell on sweets, lottery tickets, ice cram etc from the minute you took of to the minute you landed.

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

That's how they're geared up to sell now days with pcp/finance taking such a large share of new cars. I always like to look at the overall picture to understand how much you're paying. The dealer was always uneasy with this 🤣

Hi, Just came across your channel. Coz looking change my Merc A class, for A3. So your channel came up, when checking out A3 reviews. Your info, is clear and to the point. But i'm looking for a hatchback, rather than a saloon. Keep them Cumming. Just SUB. Thanks....

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and subscription! You won't be disappointed with this car. I've got a comparison video between the saloon and sportback which may help: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qoyK1Lh-n8zAZNI.html I'm going to be seeing this car again (sportnack) in a few weeks so let me know if there are any specifics you have questions about and I can get it filmed or ask the owner 👍🏽

Great review thanks for the video. I’ve had my A3 s line since September but unfortunately had quite a few issues. The first and worst was an issue with the electrics in the rear windscreen that caused the car alarm to go off at 2am constantly starting the day after I took delivery. Audi took the car in and replaced the windscreen. However, the two black pieces of trim that fit onto either side of the rear windscreen could not be fitted back after removal. So they had to order new ones from Germany, these took 3 weeks to arrive. After some pushing I got a courtesy car and some money back. Second was some weird thing that happens with the MMI volume control after starting the car. The radio/media source is stuck on mute and cannot be changed. The only fix I’ve found is to park up and leave it for an hour and try again. No solution from Audi on this one despite software updates Third and final issue was squeaking mirrors, both squeaked like crazy a few months in and needed to be lubricated by Audi. Overall the car has been back to Audi about 10 times so far. Safe to say I’m disappointed after owning the old shape A3 s line which had no issues for me at least.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting bud, hope you've subscribed to help us grow and keep up with the latest. Sadly the issues are begging to look rather common, I've only had a hand full of owners report no issues to me... This was my first time delving into Audi ownership and whilst I feel the software glitches will be fixed, I am appalled by the way their customer service has been... It seems you only know the true colours of a company when you experience issues.

@KnightOverkill

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 thanks I had subscribed after watching this video. I never knew the mirrors tilted when in reverse if that knob is set correctly! Does it just have to be set to the left?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@KnightOverkill thanks for the support! It can be set to the left, right or maybe even the middle. As long as it's not set to the heated symbol it should work.

Got my edition 1 in May this year 2022 My last 5 cars have been BMW 3 and 4 series. I fancied a change so went for the Audi. Bad mistake, although a decent motor not in the same league as BMW I will keep 2 to 3 years and return to BM

I’ve had my 35 TFSI S tronic Edition 1 for just over 4 months. In general I love the car, it looks fantastic in tango red with the black accents. Panoramic sunroof and comfort & sound pack are lovely, but the best option I specced is the driver assistance pack. Adaptive cruise assist and lane assist are really helpful and make long motorway trips much easier and more pleasant. The Matrix headlights are amazing! Only problem for me is that the car hasn’t been as reliable as I expected it. Lots of problems with the MyAudi app, MMI system and annoying warning lights popping up randomly every now and then. I also totally agree on Audi customer services not really being up to standard for such a well established premium brand. With a price tag of nearly £38k, I would have expected a better car and a better service, but if I take into consideration all pros and cons, definitely there’s more pros than cons. It’s a very nice car, I just wish it was a bit more reliable.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Very well rounded comment and pretty much echos my thought the pros definitely outweigh the small (but annoying) niggling issues 👍🏽

@619Pascal

3 жыл бұрын

Does your tailgate close automatic? (Kick gesture)

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@619Pascal hey buddy, not on this edition1 but on our new Vorsprung we have the power tailgate. On the saloon the kick gesture only opens it and on the sportback you can kick to close. Hope that helps! P.s thanks for subscribing and keeping the comments up 👍🏽

@619Pascal

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 dang it. I bought the day one edition from my audi dealer (new car 0miles) but as saloon. So it only opens then. Good to know. Helped me a lot and i can sleep well! Thanks bud. Sub is out

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@619Pascal I was gutted too when I found out it was opening only. Kind of pointless I think. But I guess cool to show people lol. Thanks for the support 👍🏽

Looking forward to it. New subscriber, but I own a new S3 (2021 8Y) - Daytona grey saloon with extras, such as matrix LED lights, B&O sound system, 19” trapezoid alloys, and more. 2500 miles now, so it’s run in / starting to loosen up and I love it!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin - look forward to hearing your views! - p.s. also my favourite colour 😉 Have you had any warning lights / issues with the mmi?

@martin5818

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Hi Auzzam. Funny you ask - I have. The MMI screen has blanked out quite a few times and the Audi key user login comes on at random times. I have also had a warning about the auto stop / start system not working and the car going into what the garage called ‘limp mode’ (where power is at a fraction of the car’s normal output - it took forever to accelerate to 50 mph), but after switching off and on, that went away and only happened once. It’s going into the dealer in a week to check the error logs. Apart from that, everything is fine.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud, seems like it is also impacted with the mmi and warning light gremlins. You'll see tomorrow I'm sure how many others are having the same issues. Hopefully there will be a fix soon - I've had mine for 6 months now! Still throws the odd warning light

@crownt97

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly the same spec I've ordered for mine, just the hatch version! Great taste.😆

@TechInTheCar

3 жыл бұрын

@@martin5818 LOL good luck with the dealer as they will keep it a few days and tell you it's fine!

Great video, I’d say maybe when it comes to the likes/dislikes also put what the like/dislike is on screen. Not just #like no.4

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, and for taking the time out to provide feedback. Really glad you enjoyed the video and subscribed for more content! We were worried the screen would become too text heavy, but definitely something we'll include in the future 👍🏽

Picking one up an A3 black edition 1 at the end of the month hesitantly trading in my A4 as no new features on A4 or A5 and this A3 looks sweet your videos will be valuable in my testing. Thank you for your time making them.

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats bud, glad they're helping ☺️ Did you go for any extras? Hope you've subscribed for more content and to help us grow 👍🏽

Great video guys, really interesting to hear opinions from you both as my Mrs will be driving ours too. The lane assist will give my partner much more confidence. Definitely take on board your concerns regards stains on the seating material. We have a child on the way so going to look for some seat coverings in advance. All the best anyway, look forward to any future uploads (this car or others)

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words! Glad our views resonated with so many! Yep watch this space some more surprising content on its way 👍🏽

Having some difficulties to adapt with the A3 headlights. When you start the engine it automatically goes to auto. Depending on the outside level of light it switches to sidelights automatically. But very often even if the outside light is quite bright it remains on both headlights and sidelights on. Even if i switch it manually to sidelights the car switches back to auto(both headlights and sidelights on). If i switch off all lights the car automatically switches back to auto. I was wondering if the outside light is not bright is there as way to either keep only sidelights on permanently or keeping all lights off?

Hi Guys, brilliant video, very informative and portrayed very well. I have a 35tfsi Sport model(manual) sportback on company lease from JCT600, who I work for. By the way, where did you get your car from? It has a very similar number plate to mine (I live in Lincolnshire). I have had mine now for 5 months(5000 miles) and had no issues whatsoever, the car has been perfect. I will be having another one and will be upgrading to a "S Line" and will have a saloon this time because I think they look nicer. Thanks again for the great video, I have now subscribed to your channel. Best wishes

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Kevin, thanks for watching and subscribing. It's really positive to hear of cars with no issues! - I really hope they are fixed soon for the rest of us. You don't by any chance work for jct600 Lincoln do you lol? That's where our car is from. We are London based but the broker places his order through them. To be honest they've been really helpful in sorting out our missing electric seats so no complaints on that front 👍🏽

@sprog13

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Hi again, yes I work in Lincoln but not for Lincoln Audi. I work at Lincoln TPS (Trade Parts Specialists), you may have heard of them. JCT600 have a brilliant scheme whereby you can have a brand new Audi every 12 months and they take the money out of your salary (no deposit required). I wont say how much I am paying but it is not a lot lol. I am 60 this year and have never had a brand new car in my life. Best decision I ever made. Glad to hear that Lincoln Audi were helpful in sorting your problems, thats good to know. Hope you guys are still happy with the car. Regards PS just off out for my 1st COVID jab...............wish me luck!!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@sprog13 thanks Kevin we are enjoying the car indeed, you'll want to stay tuned for the next few videos 😉 P.s that sounds like a great company scheme

Does the tailgate close automatic aswell? Thanks for answering

Hi, I have just bought my first audi A3 Saloon edition 1, and your channel has really helped me get to know how everything works in the car, so thanks for that. Can you tell me how to set up the automatic dipping wing mirrors? Do you have to adjust the mirror first, then put it into reverse or put it into reverse, then adjust it. Thanks, and I love your channel

@CRD90

3 ай бұрын

😊 thanks! From memory I believe you put it into reverse and set it to where you want. It will then remember it for the the next time. Remember to have the mirrors set to dip mode first 👍🏽

Had a A3 edition 1 on order, Audi kept changing the delivery date on the car so cancelled the order. Now have a Mercedes a250e AMG premium line. Very happy with the Mercedes and now glad I cancelled the A3 .

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Simon - glad to here you enjoying it bud, assuming you went for the A-Class? what spec did you select - as I was looking at them in the past

@simonmerritt927

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Hi went for the AMG Premium line saloon, just got the 10 inch screens extra

Great Video Thanks. I've had my Turbo Blue S Line with Manual Gearbox for a few weeks now - glad to report that there have been no issues. With regard to the navigation - I tend to use the voice command - hit the switch on the steering wheel, say the destination, within a couple of secs the MMI displays the list - select the destination and your away. I cannot find a definitive answer re the electronic handbrake and whether you should manually release it or is it OK to just drive off and let it automatically disengage - the User Handbook isn't clear and seems to advise both options...... My trusty Red 2003 A3 8L 1.9TDI is still on the drive behind the new car ..... does anyone think that it will become a classic? (looking for an excuse to keep it). If I was pushed to criticise I would moan about the need to constantly change gear in the new car - and I miss the fantastic torque of the Diesel

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it :) Yep the voice control is really good, the handbrake has been a bit temperamental for me. Sometimes it switches on and off automatically and other times it doesn't lol.

Hi guys I am really glad that i found you. Your videos help me alot. I wanted to buy a Mini Cooper 5 doors but there are mixed reviews. Some says it is really cool car and it is pleasure to drive. Other says it is really unconfortable car. I also always like Audi A3 and now I am about to get A3 Sportback. When i heard Sana had Mini Cooper before this, I wanted to ask. What do you recommend?How are these cars to compare to eachother? What are your opinions about these cars?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dilek, Thanks for watching, hope you've subscribed for more content and watched the latest video - it was special - we now purchased another A3 (vorsprung model) because we love the car so much! We had a mini cooper s (r56) and although we loved the car... The difference is night and day between the two. For us getting the latest mini would not feel like a change, and we had every oil leak/coolant leak imaginable with the mini. In fact I spent a week last summer repairing it myself and it was awful as I had to literally remove the front of the car. That's why we purchased brand new this time. The A3 just felt like a breath of fresh air in terms of styling exterior and interior so we took the chance and love it! It has got some warning light issues, but this hopefully gets worked out soon - even my mini threw up warning lights every now and then (it's part of modern cars I guess) In terms of comfort, the mini was not the best - moving to the Audi, weve done multiple 5+ hour road trips and not had a single complaint 😎

@CilekDilek

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 you are the best! Thank you for your reply

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@CilekDilek no worries buddy! Glad to help. Let us know if you have any more questions 👍🏽

Had our edition one since March 1st , a minor niggle which might not bother others is the car does not have a internal boot release. Our previous Q2 had a button on the door which operated the power opening of the hatch Now with key less entry you have to get your keys and use the remote,, there’s not a button on the outside of the boot either.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Alan, does that mean with keyless entry there's no touch button on the boot? On ours there's a touch button under the boot lid

@alansimpson8344

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 yes just found it seems it’s easier to find in the dark by feel only!! Still would like a button on the inside of the door though

@alansimpson8344

3 жыл бұрын

Seems we were trying to press the camera as a switch!!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@alansimpson8344 yep agreed, really strange but I think that button inside the car only comes with the powered tailgate option. I think the vorsprungs have it

I feel bad for the dude who had to run out to the car at 3 AM in his PJ (and for the record, it was extremely cold that night !)

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

🤣

@fabian78

3 жыл бұрын

Once I run out to the car in B&Q... parked far away to avoid people slamming the doors on my car, queued for 15 minutes to enter the store, escalator, stairs, etc ... when I got inside the shop I checked the app and.... “lights on, windows open”! So I panicked and run back outside.... of course the car was perfectly fine! Grrrrr .... damn it, Audi !

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@fabian78 a daily occurrence! I've stopped using it for now lol

@coops111s

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

Looking forward to it, I’ve got the A3 edition 1 on order for April!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Daisy, it's my favourite spec (although I might be biased lol) Look forward to speaking with you 👍🏽

@carlswatman

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a 3 series 320d msport at the moment so it’s quite a change for me, just loved the look!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Precisely the reason we went for it, I know some don't like the looks but for us it's what set the car apart from the competition

@chakawhyte5753

3 жыл бұрын

April?! I ordered mine in October been told I can expect end of August! Man I’m jealous

@garfunkle87

3 жыл бұрын

@@carlswatman at what point did they give you a confirmed date? Mine has said Estimated 21st May for a long time now, at build status 10, so I'm worried they could extend it at any time

Great video thanks. Quick question probs more for Sana: I’m not very tall, do you think the sport seats make reversing / seeing out the back more difficult if you’re not tall?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching, hope you've subscribed for more A3 content and to help us grow the channel 👍🏽 Sana is about 5'2 and does not really have any issues with reversing etc. Once you look back over your shoulder you're looking around the seats so they do not get in the way 😎, Let us know if you have any other questions always happy to help. The saloon and sportback actually have similar levels of visibility out of the rear, but the reverse camera helps for the added bit of confidence

@Skittles1988

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 thanks for the speedy reply I’m also 5’2 so good to know. I have subscribed :)

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@Skittles1988 in that case you'll be fine 😎 have you already placed the order? What spec have you gone for out of interest?

@Skittles1988

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 I’m about to place the order in the.l next day or so, just sorting out the paperwork with the lease company. Going for the automatic S Line with comfort and sound pack. I thought the reversing camera was a must for me

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@Skittles1988 definitely agree the c&s is a must! Have you looked into and edition1 at all? It's quite a lot of extra car. Also if you or someone in the household is an emergency services worker or teacher the broker we used is the best in the country - Audi couldn't not price match them

You are only supposed to use the wing mirror heaters when they are either covered in water or icy. Other than that, the heater should not be on.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Now you say that it's completely logical 😊 Thanks for replying back, it's one of the things we love most engaging with you guys! Hope you've subscribed for future content and to help support us grow 👍🏽

@mrmuds8624

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 hahahaha no worries, yep just subscribed now.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@mrmuds8624 thanks! Appreciate the support

People say all the time about cost cutting but the trade off for safety and tech compared to a few plastic here and there is a trade off in happy with

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

It's so true, also I think something often overlooked is - you get quite a bit as standard in these trims compared to the previous gen

@njt937

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 one think I was a little gutted about is the seats in the edition 1 they are stunning but you cant change them to the standard ones you get in the s line. And with a little baby in the back seat with messy hands haha not going to end well. One of the reason I went with the s line instead of the E1

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@njt937 yep backs up the point I made in the video, we've not got kids yet - but I'd hate to think what the state of the back seats would be!

Every time I start to think that the hatchback looks kinda nice.. I look at the saloon and once again wonder.. why does the hatchback even bother existing?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Rafa, hope you've subscribed for more upcoming content and to support us grow 👍🏽 I totally agree I love the sleekness of the saloon in fact on our channel we've got the widest range of A3 content on KZread and have done a comparison against the hatchback (sportback) version. Definitely worth a watch 😊

Great vid! Im stuck between the a3 and Mercedes A Class. what spec Mercedes A class is a fair comparison to the audi a3 35 TSFi S line with comfort and sound pack, ambient lighting,upgraded diamond cut alloys, flat bottom steering wheel etc? I think the A class has better interior quality but the a3 has a nicer road presence what do you think?

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

For what it's worth I would honestly say if you're deciding between two... Then consider the second choice heavily. We've just sold the car in the last few weeks as we had enough of Audi as a company. Hopefully will be putting a video out soon to explain everything they did wrong and why we will never be buying an Audi again. The premium spec mercedes is decent and to be honest I don't feel there is much between both cars and it just comes down to personal preference.

@MS-ox9wh

2 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90Heyyy!! thanks for your reply.Its ashame to hear about this. I've experienced Audi denying problems with my sat nav and tyre pressure sensors,so I understand. I went for a test drive today as I had my heart set on the A Class, I was so happy,it sure is a lovely car. But bad news unfortunately... I knew about the whole chip shortage delay with the production of new cars etc. So pants! I was told their dropping loads of extras out of their cars but still want full wack for the packages despite missing stuff. Guess this makes production quicker. A salesman went onto saying they may never bring back certain extras on some of their models as their managing to sell cars without it. Two in particular I remembered were the wireless charging and the memory function seats. (Probably just gossip but makes sence with all the cutbacks lately) They couldn't give an estimated date for the car,they had no idea but the deal was awful anyway. No deposit contributions either. I cant speak for all Mercedes dealers of course. Anyway i've decided to hold onto my audi a1 as I really don't fancy paying top price for a car with missing extras even if my part exchange is at a good price. I wonder if I would of got given a 71 plate due to the delays but by then the 22 plate would be out? No idea... I'm sure many others are in the same dilemma. Look forward to finding out what you decide to do next😊😊 Glad to have found your channel!

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

@@MS-ox9wh thanks bud, the Audi have done similar things, for example you an no longer spec or have the wireless charger even on the top trim models. I've seen some A3 owners who have waited 10+ months with no confirmed date. My advice would be I'd you can keep hold of your car, do it for the time being as the dealers are very hard to get any discount from at the moment as they know the demand is ridiculously high. That's why they're paying silly prices to buy used cars back 🤦🏽‍♂️

Hi I’ve ordered mine edition 1 35tfsi been about a month now delivery time is like September hopefully it comes quicker

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hey buddy thanks for watching! - I think they're being overly cautious with the dates at the moment due to a shortage in microchips which is an industry wide issue. I do know some owners dates are being moved forwards so hopefully you'll get a call soon 🤞🏼

@carcapone6455

3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully bro. I was thinking it was because of covid but thanks for updating me on this

@fabian78

3 жыл бұрын

OMG that’s insane! I waited nearly 3 months and it felt like forever....

@BenFarmerHD

3 жыл бұрын

I ordered mine in September, recently got told my delivery date had been pushed back to May 😭

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@BenFarmerHD that sucks buddy - what spec did you go for? I think they're just playing it safe, I'm sure you'll get it before then 🤞🏼

What made you pick the saloon over the sport back

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Adam, I wanted the saloon as I felt it was slightly more grown up and the sportback was a bit too aggressive and dare I say boy racerish. Don't get me wrong, the sportback is fantastic but having a mini cooper previously we wanted something a little bigger. Check this video out I filmed a while back which gives good comparisons kzread.info/dash/bejne/qoyK1Lh-n8zAZNI.html

I just got my A3 sedan after the 3rd repair back and it took more than 2 weeks! But, there are still a few open issues with that car, so it will go back again! I am really done with Audi! Service is about zero and quality - well, I think they just using their big name as selling reason! Even skoda or seat has better quality nowadays...

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear the issues are still ongoing bro - its sad to see the customer experience feels the same in Germany too - I would have thought they would be better in their own country! What issues are you still experiencing?

I just ordered the S3 and i'm a little bit afraid of all that problems i can hear! Currently owning bmw new 1 series and had 0 problems with it. Does that audi problems with mmi and emergency are really that common and popular?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely common bud despite what Audi will want you to believe. There are apparently fixes on the way, one was released on the 21st and apparently the mmi and SOS ones are due in the next few weeks. I'll definitely be sure to update everyone once I have the fix

@luki3323

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 thanks bud. since im new to audi could you tell me does audi also have something like "on air shop" - similar to bmw connected store?

@conoconnor4375

Жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Have there been any issues with the A5 coupe, 2 door, it's a stunning looking car, but all these texters commenting on general audi reliability have me spooked, I've not owned one before, so I've no knowledge of them as a car. Any advice or feedback appreciated. Thanks.

@CRD90

Жыл бұрын

@@conoconnor4375 I believe most of the mmi issues on the a3 are now resolved, so this should be the case on the other models soon too. As for general Audi customer service, my experience was bad, bad enough I'll stay away from the brand. But that's not to say the A5 is not a fantastic car, I think they look great!

@conoconnor4375

Жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Cheers for those feedback comments, audi customer service impressions....hmm?

What sort of discounts did you get on the options

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Adam, thanks for watching - hope you've subscribed for upcoming content and to support us grow 👍🏽 We didn't get discounts in the options per se other than the comfort and sound pack. We purchased the car through a NHS broker who also works with other emergency services, saved roughly 5k of the ed1 price

Mine is due for June 12th and I can’t wait honestly, does anyone here know if Audi is good on delivering on time? Because I’ve been hearing a lot about people from different brand cars that they have to wait for like weeks after the promissed delivery date.

@matandrews9063

3 жыл бұрын

Also great video guys!

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mat, hope you've subscribed for more A3 content and to help us grow 😊 There has been delays with the A3, since this video, we actually swapped the car out for a vorsprung model. This was delayed by 4 weeks. I do know a lot of current owners are facing delays too. When is your build week? As our vorsprung was the end of January and was delivered March 20ish

@matandrews9063

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Ofcourse I subscribed! I’m also going to use your problem-checklist when getting the car. I would have to ask the dealership for the building date because that hasn’t been mentioned yet. Also I have to mention this is the first time buying a brand new car so I’m pretty unaware of certain things haha.

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@matandrews9063 haha thanks Mat, to be honest this was also the first time we got a brand new car. There's so many things we take for granted as we assume it's new so must be perfect, my vorsprung had scratches on the piano black trims which I'm still waiting on them to fix! Lucky I spotted that when they dropped the car off

my a3 was build on March of 2021 and there is wireless apple carplay

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching bud, hope you've subscribed for more weekly content and to support our growth to 1,000 subscribers. Indeed I think after October 2020 any new cars that were built have the wireless car play 👍🏽

@Portokalis_Iatrodikastis

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Did you do any exterior protection for the car? I mean a ceramic coating for the paint or anything?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@Portokalis_Iatrodikastis the dealer offered me the ceramic coating, but when I looked into it I saw they actually apply it super quick and probably with little attention. I then decided to get it protected later on. I was using meguiars hybrid ceramic was which I know isn't the same, but I had some really good results with it. Will probably now use the same method on the vorsprung

Can’t wait to get mine but they keep delaying the delivery which is driving me mad....

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Has your car been ordered and built?

@philmoran5898

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 yes mate it has - supposedly stuck at port

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@Phil Moran ah yes! My new one was there for approx 5 weeks before finally being shipped over (not sure if you've seen the latest video) It should be with you soon - I can see others are being delayed roughly 4-5 weeks too before it gets to the UK

@philmoran5898

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 no I hadn't but just seen the headline, you sold it then?! Wow I'll have to try and watch it later

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Yep sold it and.... Got another one ☺️ The video going out tonight will explain it, but my new one was stuck at the port too for 5 weeks

what would you buy instead?

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

Cars now sold bud, got fed up with the way Audi were treating us over all the issues. There's a lot of other cars you can get used and approved for the same if not cheaper than what the A3 costs. I test drove the 128ti, and liked the way it felt solid as a car. Personally I'm not a fan of its styling though.

@-Chunk

2 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 wow. big call. that bad was it? its a tricky one. I'm looking for a company lease car, want a premium hatch/small saloon. Still undecided because no reviews suggest one stand-out this year. Keep up the good work, great reviews and I can tell you put a lot of work into them. Well done.

I bought the brand new A3 two months ago and to be honest I don’t like it how it drives and thinking of selling it. I feel disconnected from the car, I don’t feel the road while driving it, I don’t feel the feedback from the steering wheel, all in all I do not enjoy the driving and I miss my old car :( so disappointed and should have never bought it.

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

Hey bro, we've just sold ours due to the poor customer service and ongoing issues. I must admit I've not missed it anywhere as much as I thought we would. A car needs to "speak to you" and have a personality. Somehow after two of these in less than 12 months I feel we struggled to gain that bond. If you're in the UK have a look at we buy any car, that's who we sold ours too and made some money on top!

@saw20

2 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 there is also no bond between me and my A3 as well. It feels like the car is driving me and not me driving the car, there’s no love, there’s no excitement and pleasure of driving and the biggest issue for me is that dead steering wheel through which I do not feel anything, as if I am driving a car in a computer game, I do not feel the road through the steering wheel. I wanna feel the engine behind the gas pedal, road and wheels behind the steering wheel, I wanna hear the engine, nothing of that is in the A3 💔😔 I will sell it and go back to my old Renault Megane, I love that car.

@CRD90

2 жыл бұрын

I know exactly what you mean, it lacks soul. My old supra and mx5 make my drive much more enjoyable yet they take much more effort. I think now is the best time to sell as the second hand market is higher than usual.

I have a company car choice... A3 (hatch) s-line with comfort and sound pack, or a bmw 1 series with Pro pack.... Can't decide.... Help (same Engines)

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Gunstar, thanks for watching - hope you've subscribed for more content and to help us grow 👍🏽 Honestly I think the Audi is better looking than the BMW, I prefer the modern slick interior and the aggressive styling. The BMW is nice, but I'm not a fan of the large front grill vents. The comfort and sound pack is my must have upgrade so it sounds like a good deal. Can you can an electric version? That's even cheaper because of benefit in kind tax (if in the UK)

@gunstar7538

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 I presented a PowerPoint show to the board in favour of electric cars and i was shot down as they said nobody wants them. Lots of old white men hahaha

@a23thm77

3 жыл бұрын

@@gunstar7538 go for the audi its simply better looking and you have for your money with this amazing interior

@coops111s

3 жыл бұрын

@@gunstar7538 get the Audi and subscribe to CRD, you know it makes sense 😜

@gunstar7538

3 жыл бұрын

@@coops111s I am subbed. What do you guys think of the Turbo Blue colour? Never even considered it until I saw an A1 today. I liked it

The choice of matrix headlights has gone from the audi configurator

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah they pulled it this week, apparently due to lack of demand... A bit strange but there are also rumours there is a shortage so you cannot order them as an extra anymore.

@gunstar7538

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 now I can't even see the flat bottom steering wheel wtf

I've owned one for just under a month and the tyre hum is driving me insane. It's a dated concept in my opinion. I'll probably shift it early next year.

@CRD90

Жыл бұрын

Have you got pirelli tyres on it? They are usually a bit louder

@pato10111

Жыл бұрын

​@@CRD90 No Bridgestone Turanzas. The hum is that bad I’ve been back to Audi to have the tyres replaced and the problem is still there.

@CRD90

Жыл бұрын

@@pato10111 wonder if it is the wheel bearing. Was this a brand new car? Strange if so!

@pato10111

Жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 Audi checked the car and said it was road noise. I said not good enough and made them change the tyres but the noise is still there. Was there a hum from your wheels? The tyres are very low profile in my opinion. This actually struck me when buying the car.

is the proximity warning standard?

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jacob, yep it is - along with the lane departure warning I filmed a video a month or so ago on it: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pGF-ttaSk63OqdY.html

@nad8870

3 жыл бұрын

I just picked up an edition 1 today, doesn’t seem to have lane departure warning or the Audi puddle light??

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@nad8870 thanks for watching, hope you've subscribed for more content! The lane departure warning is slightly different and you should see a small road icon in the bottom right of your Speedo. This turns to green when you join a dual carriageway / motorway. Have you looked in the glovebox for the puddle lights? I know a lot of dealers put them in there rather than fitting them for owners. Let me know, both should 100% be standard.

@nad8870

3 жыл бұрын

@@CRD90 got them cheers was in glove box

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

@@nad8870 great stuff bud, I've done a video on how to fit them .. really simple but worth a quick look kzread.info/dash/bejne/h5ytuLeMYKmnoJs.html

If you give sana a slap you would be hurtin sena.🏎. 😬😁sorry🤣

@CRD90

3 жыл бұрын

LOL! If I gave her a slap - id probably get done for domestic abuse! In all seriousness thanks for watching, hope you've subscribed for our upcoming content and to support us grow 👍🏽