Bigger, heavier cars such as the A5 and Q5 won’t have as big a zero emissions range as the A3, based on the MQB transverse-engine architecture, but could still travel up to 62 miles.

HIGHS Entertaining handling, responsive powertrain, sophisticated and luxurious interior. LOWS Limited trunk space, some road noise at higher speeds, not quite as raucous as the RS3. VERDICT Audi ...

The Audi A3 distills the luxury and technology associated with the Audi brand into a more compact package. As well-suited to the urban cut and thrust as it is to the open road. The A3 comes in a ...