Audi’s entry-level, small family luxury car is known for its performance. In 2007 its engine was deemed Engine of the Year, it was deemed Entry-Level Car of the Year in the 2006 International Car of the Year awards, was named Best Luxury Small Car Pick by BusinessWeek Magazine and more! Only expect the best from this model.

In 2008, the A3 has only gotten better. The front seats are low to the ground, mirroring the sports cars on the market. You and your passengers can keep contented with dual-zone automatic climate control and an optional two-section “Open Sky” sunroof with separate blinds for protection. The gauges are all conveniently located throughout the dash and the temperature/radio controls set on top of the high and wide center console. This vehicle has been tailored to your comfort.

It has also been tailored for your safety as well. In the case of a collision, you have side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags, advanced frontal airbags and active front head restraints to help cushion the shock; you can even opt for the rear side-impact airbags for further support. The side intrusion beams on the doors help evenly distribute collision force in the case of a side impact!

Of course, Audi didn’t forget to give the A3 power as well as pleasure and protection. The turbocharged 2.0T FSI 4-Cl engine produces 200 horsepower and 207 pounds-feet of torque; the 3.2-liter V6 engine can achieve 250 horsepower and 236 pounds-feet of torque. The engine is backed with a six-speed manual transmission; V6 engines come standard with the Direct Shift Gearbox sequential manual; buyers who opt for the V6 engine also get AWD!

As you can see, the 2008 Audi A3 gives reason to visit your Audi dealership this year.