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Used 2013 Audi A3 for sale
Audi A3 1.6 TDI 105 S-TRONIC SPORT 2DR A AUTO
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
- You would prefer less gear changing in traffic: the recorded automatic transmission may suit. Try how this exact gearbox behaves on a test drive.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 13 years old and 297,000 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You regularly help children or passengers into the rear: fewer doors can make access awkward. Try your child seats and usual passenger routine before deciding.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This 2013 A3 is the third‑generation (8V) Audi on the MQB platform; diesel automatic models most commonly came with the 1.6 or 2.0 TDI paired to the 7‑speed S tronic (DSG) gearbox. Common lifecycle notes: the dual‑clutch gearbox benefits from regular DSG oil/mechatronics services, and diesel engines on short, town‑only use can suffer DPF/EGR clogging. Parts are easy to source through the VW/Audi network, but expect slightly higher labour/parts costs than mainstream brands.
- S tronic (DSG) gearbox behaviour and service history — ask for DSG oil/mechatronics service and test for smooth, fast gear changes or juddering.
- DPF / EGR condition — check for frequent regeneration events, smoke on start/acceleration and ask whether the car has had regular long motorway runs.
- Turbocharger and boost — listen for whine/screech, check for blue/grey smoke under load and inspect intercooler/boost pipe joints for leaks.
- Underbody and rear torsion-beam/suspension bushes for corrosion or play — Irish salt and age commonly affect bushings and rear subframe areas.
- General oil leaks and battery/stop‑start function — look for oil around the turbo/intercooler area and verify starting/stop system and battery health.
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
2013 Audi A3 automatic, 3-door. Great driver. NCT tested until 24/08/2027. Sold with warranty, serviced and valeted. Trade-in/part exchange accepted. Nationwide delivery can be arranged. View at our premises in Clash, Tralee Town (behind Chadwicks Builders Providers / Heat Merchants). Over 50 cars, SUVs and commercials to choose from. Affordable motoring at Randles Motors Kerry. Thanks for viewing.