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Audi A3 Limousine vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Hyundai Kona?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Hyundai Kona

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally 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:

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.

Hyundai Kona is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Limousine uses 4.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

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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 Audi A3 Limousine offers substantially more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is barely lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers marginally more boot space – 466 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine stands 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.

from £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/100km
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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 Kona

The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Hans
23 Apr 2026, 11:02:05

More modern car with much more advanced technology than the S-Cross. The S-Cross is functional, economical and good, but dated.

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Gorguet
10 Apr 2026, 07:38:34

Good car overall, but the finish isn't top‑notch — the paint is very fragile and chips at the slightest knock.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,825 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
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

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