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Audi A3 Limousine vs CUPRA Terramar comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or CUPRA Terramar?

Audi A3 Limousine vs CUPRA Terramar: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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CUPRA Terramar

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

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A3 Limousine is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the CUPRA Terramar costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,732 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Terramar uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

Terramar

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Limousine offers markedly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the CUPRA Terramar takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is markedly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,638 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Terramar offers noticeably more boot space – 540 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Terramar carries moderately more – 542 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Terramar 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 £41,400
Terramar

CUPRA Terramar

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 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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CUPRA Terramar

The CUPRA Terramar blends the brand’s sporty DNA with the practicality of a compact crossover, offering striking design and a driver-focused, premium-feeling cabin. It’s aimed at buyers who want engaging handling and athletic looks without giving up everyday usability and modern connectivity.

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David Burrell
21 Jan 2026, 22:24:34

Had a Terramar for nearly 12 months and it’s proven a great choice. Love the driving experience and that fact it’s less common than Tiguan/Q3 cousins. V2 spec gives you so much kit you don’t need any extras.

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Rafał
13 Jan 2026, 21:59:07

A better-equipped version of a car that's technically very similar to the Q3, offered at a more attractive price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
41,400 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
36 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,638 - 1,904 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,869 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
512 - 542 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Limousine?

The Audi A3 Limousine is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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