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Audi A3 Limousine vs Hyundai IONIQ 9 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Hyundai IONIQ 9?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Hyundai IONIQ 9: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Hyundai IONIQ 9

  • barely more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A3 Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,186 £.

IONIQ 9

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 Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers barely more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 9 delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is substantially lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 2,594 kg. The difference is around 1,249 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers noticeably more boot space – 425 L compared to 338 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 carries moderately more – 643 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine 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.

from £27,700
A3 Limousine

Audi A3 Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Audi A3 Limousine
Hyundai IONIQ 9

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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 IONIQ 9

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is a bold step forward in the automotive world, combining cutting-edge electric technology with a sleek and modern design. This model stands out with its spacious interior and advanced features, ensuring both comfort and convenience for drivers and passengers alike. As Hyundai pushes the envelope in eco-friendly innovation, the IONIQ 9 represents the future of sustainable driving with its impressive range and performance capabilities.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Hyundai IONIQ 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
59,900 - 75,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
600 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,594 - 2,689 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
338 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,980 mm
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 - 520 kg
Payload
586 - 643 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, 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
218 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
160 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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