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2018 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Plus

$14,888

76,950 miles
Used
Panorama City, CA

80/100 suitability for First Car

No visible wear deductions

The 2018 Audi A3 appears to be in excellent condition with no visible rust, dents, or interior wear.

Reviewed 4 interior and 3 exterior photos. (1 non-vehicle images skipped.)

Rust ✓ · No visible rust on exterior.
Dents / body ✓ · No visible dents or body damage.
Interior ✓ · Interior appears clean and well-maintained.
Listing notes ✓
Mileage for age ✓ · Typical mileage for the age (76,950 mi over ~8 yr)

Estimated from listing photos; may miss hidden or un-photographed damage.

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Full suitability report

First Car suitability

2018 Audi A3

80 /100

Confidence: High — 100% of the scoring weight is backed by data

Safety 90/100

4.5 / 5 NHTSA stars (averaged) weight 40%

Reliability Index 87/100

44 NHTSA complaints on record weight 30%

Fuel Economy 57/100

29 MPG combined (EPA) weight 10%

Recall Risk 60/100

2 recalls on record weight 20%

The 2018 Audi A3 has an overall suitability score of 80 out of 100, making it a solid choice for a first car according to the data available. The score is highly reliable, with 100% of the scoring weight backed by data. Safety is a strong point for this vehicle, with a score of 90 out of 100, based on an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from the NHTSA, which contributes significantly to the overall score with a weight of 40%. Reliability is also commendable, scoring 87 out of 100, though there are 44 NHTSA complaints on record, and this factor holds a weight of 30%.

Fuel economy is a weaker aspect of the 2018 Audi A3, with a score of 57 out of 100 based on a combined EPA rating of 29 MPG, but it only accounts for 10% of the overall score. The recall risk is moderate, scoring 60 out of 100 due to 2 recalls on record, and it has a weight of 20% in the overall assessment. These factors combine to give the vehicle a well-rounded profile, with safety and reliability being its standout features.

Recorded recalls (2)

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE