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Used 2017 Audi A3 for sale
Audi A3 1.4 TFSI 115 4DR
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€18,950
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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.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- You need certainty about this particular car: type-level advice cannot confirm its condition. Ask for service records, an insurance quote and an independent inspection.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the third-generation A3 (8V) era — many 2017 petrols are turbocharged TFSI engines paired to a manual ’box. Manuals are simpler and cheaper to maintain than DSGs but the clutch can be worn on higher-mileage examples; some TFSI engines can show oil leaks or timing-chain/tensioner noise if not serviced correctly. Sportback (5-door) layouts are common, so confirm whether the car is the saloon or Sportback if boot space matters to you.
- Clutch feel and engagement: test for slipping, a high bite point or judder when pulling away.
- Listen at cold start for timing-chain/tensioner rattle and check for oil leaks around the turbo/intake on TFSI petrol engines.
- Check for turbo smoke or poor boost response under load (hesitation or choking under hard acceleration).
- Inspect suspension bushes, drop-links and rear arm mounts for knocks and uneven tyre wear — common wear points on a 9‑year car.
- Verify start/stop battery condition and that electronics (aircon, parking sensors/camera, infotainment) all work reliably.
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2017 Audi A3 Saloon 1.4 TFSI S tronic automatic (171). In immaculate condition throughout. All cars come with a 3 month warranty as standard with the option to purchase a 1 or 2 year nationwide warranty. This example will be sold with a new 2 year NCT. New 19" alloy wheels fitted with new tyres. Online purchase available, including online sales, online trade-in valuation and online finance approval. Finance is available. Just serviced and professionally valeted. All our prices include VRT, servicing, new NCT and warranty as standard. A selection of the car's equipment is listed with the vehicle.