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Lexus ES and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 34100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.2015		 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
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  41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 34100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.

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Lexus ES vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Lexus ES and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Lexus ESs and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3s with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Lexus ESs and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3s that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Lexus ES and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Lexus ES and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 have been recently.

To see how frequently Lexus ES and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Lexus ES

Lexus ES Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The ES is luxurious, classy, yet not too overtly ostentatious. see full Lexus ES review
2007 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Among the best of the best for reliability and elegance. see full Lexus ES review
2007 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I have owned several Toyota vehicles without any major repairs. see full Lexus ES review
2007 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Lexus is a brand with a reputation for reliability and a high degree of service. see full Lexus ES review
Lexus ES Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I originally bought the Lexus for its reputation and resale value. With everything going on with the Camry and other Toyota models as far as recalls, I thought it better to sell it now before the resale value plummets and it has no value. see full Lexus ES review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Audi has highest German-made value retention. Buy a 1-year old certified pre-owned and save the 20% depreciation in the first year. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Audi is well known for their engineering prowess, and that was a big plus for me. They may not be the best-knwon luxury make, but they are making a big push in the U.S. market for brand awareness. At the dealer, customer treatment is extraordinary! see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 105hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 The Audis are known have reliable engines (except maybe for 2.0TDI) and offer a very well balanced ride. Also the finishing, materials and styling in the interior are of high quality. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 I love pulling into a parking lot and having the nicest car. Audi brings respect. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Owned three - all bulletproof, best interiors in the business, high safety margin see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Reputation for quality influenced decision to buy. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Premium small car with big car features, well built with good handling see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review