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Audi A1 vs Ford Mustang Convertible comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 446 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 56,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Ford Mustang Convertible?

Audi A1 vs Ford Mustang Convertible: Key differences

Audi A1

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Ford Mustang Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Ford Mustang Convertible costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Convertible with 12.3 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

Mustang Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Mustang Convertible offers considerably more power – delivering 446 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 239 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Convertible is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Convertible delivers substantially more torque with 540 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Audi A1 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is clearly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,876 kg. The difference is around 701 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries clearly more – 470 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 146 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £20,000
A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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Ford Mustang Convertible

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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Audi A1
Ford Mustang Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
280 - 282 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,916 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
319 - 324 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
446 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
328 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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