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Used 2018 Audi A3 for sale
1.6TDI 116 S-Tronic S Line
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€24,950
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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.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- 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 178,632 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You need servicing to fit a tight budget: Spanner estimates higher maintenance costs for this type. Get quotes for the exact engine and gearbox before committing.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
Most 2018 A3 saloons with diesel engines use Audi's S tronic dual-clutch automatic (7‑speed) and a DPF/EGR-equipped TDI engine. The drivetrain is efficient on long runs but the S tronic can be costly to repair if its mechatronics or clutch packs have been neglected, and diesel-specific items (DPF, EGR and sometimes AdBlue on later Euro6 variants) are things owners need to have maintained.
- DSG/S tronic service history and road-test for smooth gear changes — check for hesitation, judder at low speeds and any gearbox fault codes.
- DPF condition and evidence of regular long runs or successful regenerations; look for DPF/regen warning lights or excessive smoke on start/accel.
- Turbo and intercooler for oil leaks and clean boost response — listen for unusual whistle/lag under acceleration.
- EGR valve soot buildup and whether it has been cleaned or serviced; ask about any diesel-emissions-related software updates or recalls.
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
Trade-in price €18,950. 2018 Audi A3 S-Line 1.6 Diesel saloon in fantastic condition with 111,000 miles (181,000 km). Finished in Frozen White. This eye-catching A3 saloon comes equipped with alloy wheels, fog lights, climate control, a flat-bottom steering wheel, a flawless half-leather interior with S-Line embossing, sat nav, Bluetooth with audio share, cruise control, electric windows and mirrors, and privacy/tinted glass. It has low road tax of just €190 per year. The vehicle has been fully checked and serviced by our mechanic and is sold with a warranty. Motorcheck history report verified.