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Audi A3 Limousine vs Lexus NX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 46000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Lexus NX?

Audi A3 Limousine

Lexus NX

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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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27700 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.40 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

NX

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 distinct edge – offering 400 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 91 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 Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

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, Audi A3 Limousine is noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers clearly perceptible more room – 545 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, Lexus NX minimal takes the win – 515 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A3 Limousine proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Limousine is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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
Lexus NX

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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 NX

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The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
46000 - 64300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1805 - 2065 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
4660 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
-
Height
1670 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1436 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
244 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
179 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
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.