Used Audi models in New York have continued to attract attention after the Audi A3 was named the Executive Used Car of the Decade by vehicle valuation specialist CAP.

Mark Norman of CAP described the A3 as a “genuine pioneer” that allowed consumers to accept the idea that a compact car can be as prestigious and luxurious as larger vehicles in the same class, according to EasierCar.com.

Norman stated that the A3 “has brought the prospect of the highest engineering and build quality standards to those who would previously have ruled out choosing a prestige brand on the grounds that it would mean running a larger car than they needed.”

He went on to say that, while the A3 is not the cheapest used car on the market, the benefits of low depreciation will be realized at trade-in time.

Meanwhile, the Audi A3 TDI recently won the Green Car of the Year award at the L.A Auto Show.

The Associated Press reports that the A3 TDI gets 42 miles per gallon on the highway, which is a 50 percent better fuel efficiency rating than a gasoline-powered A3.

The A3’s recent praise should come as good news for those in the market for used Audi models in New York.

The 2010 A3 TDI was named Green Car of the Year at the Los Angeles Auto Show in December, which might have people wondering if used Audis in New Jersey and elsewhere are as eco-friendly.

Green Car Journal really liked the “rakish styling” of the A3 TDI, according to the New York Times. The alphanumeric in its name refers to this compact’s size – it’s smaller than the A4 because it isn’t a sedan. TDI, which stands for Turbocharged Direct Injection, is a description of the clean diesel engine found under this Audi‘s hood. The motor will go for more than 40 highway miles on a single gallon of diesel, which likely pleased the competition’s judges, who included TV host and car nut Jay Leno, as well as auto guru Carroll Shelby.

The only problem with the new A3 TDI is that it starts at $29,950, which is a bit expensive for a compact with a 2-liter engine that produces a meager 140 horsepower. After all, the $29,675 2004 Volkswagen R32, which shares its platform with the A3, had a 3.2-liter that was good for more than 240 HP, according to Motor Trend.

Given the 2010 A3’s price tag, some auto buyers might not be able to afford a brand new TDI, even though it’s economical. So, for eco-friendly individuals, perhaps an older A3 is more realistic. Unsurprisingly, Audis get better and better every year, and shoppers shouldn’t expect older models to be as fuel-efficient as their younger counterparts, especially since the TDI engine only became available in American A3s a few years ago.

In spite of its gasoline motor, the Audi A3 still got 29 highway miles per gallon in 2007, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. This intriguing statistic could generate interest in used Audi models in New Jersey and elsewhere.

Justin Timberlake was recently spotted climbing into his Audi SUV and then later walking through a parking lot to his A8, which might help used Audis in New York and elsewhere become more popular.

Justin Timberlake has been a pop star since 1993, when he first appeared on The Mickey Mouse Club alongside Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, according to Biography.com. Over the last few years, he has shifted gears and begun acting more, his most recent role being Carlton Garrett in last summer’s The Open Road, according to the Internet Movie Database.

Cars and music are popular interests, meaning there might be Audi fans who love JT’s tunes who are happy to learn he drives an A8. While Edmunds.com doesn’t review music, the website did include the A8 in its Editors’ Most Wanted Category from 2004 to 2006. The ’06 Audi A8 was available with a 40-valve V8 that produced 335 horsepower and got the full-sized sedan to 60 MPH in 5.8 seconds.

For car shoppers who like Justin Timberlake and are looking for used Audis in New York, this celeb sighting could be a good sign.

Members of the auto industry haven’t been getting much good news lately due to the recession, but solid sales by Audi in October could get buyers interested in used S4s in New Jersey.

For most people, buying a car is a big purchase and they want to be sure they are making the right choice before making the investment. A number of factors can affect consumer confidence and the financial health of the manufacturer who produces the new or used car a person is thinking about buying is often an issue.

Few people want to buy a car made by a company that is failing or no longer exists. Last month, Audi sales trailed the company’s record high by 1.1 percent, which could inspire people to buy the company’s new and used vehicles.

One of Audi’s most aggressive models was the 2002 S4 sedan. These vehicles came equipped with a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 that produced more than 260 horsepower, so they normally attract a lot of attention on the used car lot. The S4 was redesigned in 2003 and then again in 2005, but the 2002 still looks quite modern.

If Audi’s sales performance keeps up, consumer confidence could improve and there could be more interest in used S4s in New Jersey and elsewhere.

Audi enthusiasts interested in the coolest used cars in New Jersey might like to hear a fellow fan’s thoughts on his 2002 TT.

The first time anyone ever laid eyes on the Audi TT was in Frankfurt in 1995. Although the coupe only became available for purchase a few years later, in a way, it turns 15 next year. And style-wise, not that much has changed since the beginning.

Adam Sasso was living in Westwood, New Jersey when he had his 2002 TT and had previously owned an A4, according to Eurotuner Magazine. He was satisfied with the A4 platform and motor, but didn’t like having four doors. “The Audi TT was the perfect solution,” he told the publication.

No matter what year it was built, the TT can be a great car for anyone who likes the solid feel of an Audi but would prefer not to drive a sedan.

The two generations of TTs share many characteristics, and being coupes is only one of them. They’re both wide and low-slung. They both come as hard-tops and convertibles. They both come with a variety of engines. The list goes on and on, meaning that owners of the earlier TT still have one of the most modern used cars in New Jersey.

When people like a product, it’s generally not recommended to change it very much. Audi has done little to change its classic logo, and buyers considering used Audis in New Jersey may find that they hold up as well as the automaker’s famous four-ring design.

The logo is still the same four inter-linked metal rings, with the red Audi name beneath, reported AutoCar in the UK. The principal differences are more three-dimensional rendering for shadows in the rings, and justifying the name to the left.

Similarly, used Audis in New Jersey often offer similar quality to their newer counterparts, but at prices much more attractive to those considering a German luxury car.

For example, the Audi A3 was introduced in 2006 as a four-door hatch based on the popular version that had been sold for years in Europe.

And buyers considering the A3 from that year will be able to take advantage of its “wagonlike cargo versatility” in a package that offers “precise” steering and an uncluttered interior, notes a Cars.com review.