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Audi A3 Limousine vs Lexus LC Convertible comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 117,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Lexus LC Convertible?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Lexus LC Convertible: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Lexus LC Convertible

  • slightly more power
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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.

Audi A3 Limousine is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Lexus LC Convertible costs 117,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 89,657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Limousine uses 4.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus LC Convertible with 11.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.3 L/100km.

LC Convertible

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 Lexus LC Convertible offers slightly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 64 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 Lexus LC Convertible takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Convertible delivers very slightly more torque with 530 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Audi A3 Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,110 kg. The difference is around 750 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers substantially more boot space – 425 L compared to 149 L. That’s a difference of about 276 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Limousine carries visibly more – 480 kg compared to 340 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine holds a decisive overall lead 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
Audi A3 Limousine
Lexus LC Convertible

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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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Lexus LC Convertible

The Lexus LC Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that turns dramatic coupe styling into a luxurious open-top experience, delivering silk-smooth refinement whether you’re gliding along coastal roads or parked under city lights. It’s aimed at buyers who crave show-stopping looks and cosseting comfort over track-day aggression, marrying plush materials and effortless pace with just enough theatrical flair to make every arrival feel like an event.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Lexus LC Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
117,300 - 121,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
275 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
149 L
Length
-
Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,350 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
340 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
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