Compare performance (400 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 49,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or BMW i4?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A3 Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,200 £.
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 BMW i4 offers clearly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 201 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Audi A3 Limousine takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers noticeably more torque with 795 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is substantially lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 710 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW i4 offers barely more boot space – 470 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 480 kg.
The BMW i4 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.
The Audi A3 sedan dresses up compact practicality in clean, premium lines, giving you the feel of an upscale small car with a proper boot. Inside it’s neat, driver-focused and nicely finished — a sensible, enjoyable daily companion that prefers poise over showy theatrics.
detailsThe BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.
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Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
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Price
49,900 - 63,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
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Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
415 - 480 kg
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
286 - 601 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
210 - 442 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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