‘Bencmark’ Audi in pole position at awards

The Audi A3 Sportback has been named What Car? car of the year with judges saying the vehicle set “a new benchmark”.

Also named best small family car, the A3 Sportback’s victory was announced at a ceremony in London.

What Car? editor-in-chief Chas Hallett said: “The Audi A3 Sportback mixes excellent refinement and an accomplished driving experience with easily the finest cabin quality ever seen in a small family hatchback.