2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 2008

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 218 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3.

2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

26660 mi I noticed that the left rubber bumper that prevents my hatch from rattling had fallen off. Audi ordered a replacement assembly and installed it. Handled as a no-charge warranty item. 

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

41540 mi

C $150
Windshield Washer Fluid leaking - Tube under Washer fluid tank replaced, tube worn out due to constant rubbing against front bumber. 
102000 mi

US $100
Replacement of the fog lights. The plastic housing broke on one and it popped out, so I replaced both. 
47000 mi

US $200
Wiper fluid leak, hoses replaced. 
2000 mi Heard rotational noise, dealer couldn't find, problem has not returned. so far so good. 

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD

132300 mi

US $700
Hood would "pop" but couldn't unlatch and open 
30500 mi

US $150
Windshield washer fluid bottle was cracked. Replaced. Surprisingly expensive. 

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Other Problems

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