AUDI A3 Sportback · photos, packages and modifications

The previous generation set of A3 Sportbacks was nothing different from an ordinary A3 except from an extra couple of doors and some extra space for the passengers in the rear. However, for the latest generation fleet of A3 Sportbacks, Audi has gone a step further by stretching the wheelbase of the model that competes the BMW 1 Series by a 35 mm in comparison to its three door model. This stretching equals too much more legroom for the passengers at the back and of course the boot is stretched a bit more.

The new A3 Sportback is more than an A3 three door version as it sports a roof spoiler, an elevated roofline and a stretched wheelbase as steps towards introducing more practicality in the model. Look wise the A3 Sportback is definitely not as smooth as the three door A3 and the stretched wheelbase is also prominent however if you opt for a Sport or S line series to can gain an athletic overall look through an up to 25 mm lowered suspension. The build quality and design attention is fantastic and definitely understated as the A3 Sportback enjoys a stylish interior.

The A3 Sportback is available in a variety of engines from turbocharged petrol 1.2 engine with 181 bhp TDI 2.0 liter engine. To pick the best car of the lot the cylinder deactivation, turbo 1.4 liter engine car may be the most attractive however it doesn't arrive the market until 2013 May. The diesel models are entirely defined and the TDI 181 bhp 2.0 liter is lightening fast. Owing to its light construction, the car offers extensive grip and gives the feeling of quickness. The rating on the standard suspension, it does far better than the three door A3 model through riding satisfactorily over the bumpy and rough roads.

When it comes to satisfaction surveys and performance consistency, Audi always receives high rates and even though the engines and chassis in the Sportback are relatively new. However, reliability should not be a concern.

The additional set of doors make it a more family car as adjusting and fitting a baby seat is now possible along with the extra leg space granted to the rear passengers due to the stretched wheelbase. The car is fit for four seated six inchers and there is still space to squeeze one more in the middle of the back bench. The boot space is 380 litres in A3 Sport back compared to 350 litres in the A3 standard model and in a rear seat folded case; the Sportback offers a massive 1220 litres load area. Now this figure is impressive and more than what is offered by the BMW 1 Series, Volvo V40 and Mercedes A-Class.