One of Audi’s most successful models in Singapore is more economical and efficient than ever

SINGAPORE

We all know COE prices have been on the up and up, with Category B having crossed the S$100,000 mark.

The last time this happened was in 1994, a time where the youngest member of the CarBuyer Singapore team wasn’t even born yet.

But if you’re a young professional in the market for a continental car that will get you around Singapore in style, and fits the ‘small car’ category, look no further.

The new Audi A3 comes with a new and smaller drivetrain worthy of consideration to those looking for a compact, continental car.

Now with a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the A3 still has the specifications from before to qualify it as a small car. And ergo, the Category A COE segment.

Inside, there are plenty of shiny features to keep up with the bigger kids.

Even in the rear, legroom is no issue with cut outs in the front seat backs for additional knee room.

But with a car like the A3 you’ll want to jump behind the wheel, and the cabin upfront is perfect for trips around Singapore.

You also get the complete virtual cockpit plus system, and Audi’s Multimedia Interface (MMI for short), fitted with enough intuitive and smart tech to make your journey seamless. 

Plus, there’s ambient lighting to set the mood for any adventure you might find yourself in.

From the digital instrument display you can even choose a display that will suit your driving style. The A3 meanwhile, with its economical, efficient, and turbocharged engine will keep up with whatever you throw at it.

But just how economical, efficient, and turbocharged is the A3 you ask? Well, with a 1.0-litre, three pot engine with 110 horsepower, the A3 will sprint to 100km/h in 10.6 seconds. 

Sure, it’s not breaking any records but it’s light and reactive enough to feel quite perky on Singapore’s urban roads. 

The seven speed S-tronic gearbox does the heavy work for you while you zip around Singapore, impressing everyone. And with an efficiency of 4.3L/100km it’s definitely better than many mild hybrids out there.

In 2022, safety features in your chariot of choice are a must and the A3 comes well-equipped. Lane Departure Warning for example, will warn you if you drift out of your lane in traffic. 

Parking the A3 is effortless too, but the wide angle rear camera gives you that extra level of confidence, especially given Singapore’s narrow spaces. 

Ultimately, it’s nothing but straight As on the report card for the Audi A3. You get an economical engine, a lively driving experience, and an interface packed with tech to make you properly connected. 

But the one A that matters is perhaps that it sits in Category A of COEs – and with prices sky high now, it’s the A3 you need.

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