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Audi A1

New premium supermini hit the road and we got behind the wheel of the most efficient diesel model first

Audi A1

THE arrival of the A1 marked the smallest chapter yet in the long-running battle for premium car supremacy between Audi and BMW. We got behind the wheel of the long-awaited new supermini in Issue 1,120, and were immediately impressed by its stunning interior build quality. Out on the open road, the A1 backed this up by offering a grown-up driving experience, and also scored with its strong green credentials, while its understated good looks completed a brilliant package.

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