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Audi A3 Limousine vs BMW i4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 49400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or BMW i4?

Audi A3 Limousine

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

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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 A3 Limousine has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £. That’s a price difference of around 21857 £.

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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 BMW i4 has a noticeable edge – offering 601 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 201 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Audi A3 Limousine takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Limousine performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW i4 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls noticeable stronger with 795 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is significantly lighter – 1360 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 710 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i4 offers barely noticeable more room – 470 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, takes the win – compared to . That’s a difference of about .

Who wins the race?

The BMW i4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW i4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
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Audi A3 Limousine

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.

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BMW i4

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The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 58300 £
Price
49400 - 62500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
67.1 - 81.3 kWh
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4504 - 4533 mm
Length
4783 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1391 - 1417 mm
Height
1448 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
445 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 225 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW

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Is the Audi A3 Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A3 Limousine is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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