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Audi A1 vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Tesla Model Y?

Audi A1 vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Audi A1

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

Tesla Model Y

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,306 £.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 253 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers considerably more torque with 660 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is clearly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 778 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more boot space – 822 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 487 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries only slightly more – 472 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is clearly superior overall 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Audi A1
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Audi A1
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
-
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Tesla
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