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Audi A3 Limousine vs Hyundai i30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 24000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Hyundai i30?

Audi A3 Limousine

Hyundai i30

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.

Hyundai i30 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3694 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

i30

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 clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 5.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls decisively stronger with 500 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 247 Nm difference.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i30 is barely noticeable lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 69 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers hardly perceptible more room – 425 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 slight takes the win – 509 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Limousine shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £27,700
A3 Limousine

Audi A3 Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 9.2 L
Audi A3 Limousine
Hyundai i30

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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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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Hyundai i30

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
130 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
-
Length
4340 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
-
Height
1455 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
463 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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.