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Audi A3 Limousine vs CUPRA Formentor - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 35200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or CUPRA Formentor?

Audi A3 Limousine

CUPRA Formentor

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A3 Limousine has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27700 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7556 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.40 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

Formentor

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 Audi A3 Limousine has a a bit edge – offering 400 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls somewhat stronger with 500 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is minimal lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers minimal more room – 450 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor hardly perceptible takes the win – 526 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Audi A3 Limousine
CUPRA Formentor

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Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km

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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CUPRA Formentor

With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.

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Audi A3 Limousine
CUPRA Formentor

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
35200 - 55000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
32 - 199 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
-
Length
4451 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1839 mm
Height
-
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
458 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
Is the Audi A3 Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.