Audi A3 rattle on start up

I have an Audi A3 diesel automatic (2007). It has done 84,000 miles and there is a rattle on start up, which makes it difficult to pull away smoothly. However, there's no untoward noises or vibrations...

Buying new small car

I am looking to downsize my Focus automatic and normally I would be looking at the likes of a Fiesta or Jazz. However, I am of an age when this could be my last car and I am tempted to buy a new premium...

What should I buy - Audi A3 petrol or Mazda3 diesel?

Please could you recommend one of the following two new cars for us: Audi A3 1.4 ACT 150 SE auto or Mazda3 2.2d SE-L auto? Which one would be more reliable and happier to own over the next 10 years? Our...

Audi A3 engine failure

My sister was recently driving to work when the engine in her Audi A3 (2008) started knocking. It was taken to Audi who diagnosed a new engine was needed. The car has done 103,000 miles and is out of warranty,...

Audi Q3 - does it have a cam belt or chain?

Does the Audi Q3 have a cam belt or chain in the petrol and diesel variant? And what is the recommended time and mileage to replace this component?

Audi A3 clutch problems

I own a diesel Audi A3 that drives absolutely fine for the most part. However, when on the motorway, after an hour or so of driving, the clutch get very 'loose' (i.e. had to raise foot very high to make...

Squeaky tiptronic gearbox

I have an Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi Quattro (2010) with the automatic tiptronic gearbox. With 60,000 miles on the clock, I have started to get a short squeak when changing from third to fourth. Sometimes it...

What should I replace my A5 Sportback with?

As my Audi A5 Sportback reaches five years old, I am thinking about a replacement before big repair bills start appearing. I have done 26,000 miles (trouble free) and want something with similar 180PS...

DMF failure on Audi A5 Avant

My three year old Audi A4 Avant ran out of warranty six weeks ago. This month, it's had great trouble knowing what gear it's in. It went in to Audi today who said the clutch is worn out and probably the...

Main dealer or independent for major Audi service?

I have an Audi A3 2.0 TDi due for major service. 37,000 miles and five years old. Dealer service history. What is the effect on my resale value if I go to local non-Audi garage for service - also Audi...