its like a golf but with 4 rings!!!!!!

 

you would have to go to europe to get a A3 hatch, it would probably be easier to go to mexico or country down there.

 

I would go with the A3.

I test drove one when I recently took my A4 in for the 5K service. It sure felt quick. I could tell the difference from my car.

Like someone else mentioned, you get the warranty and free scheduled maintenance.