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Audi A3 Limousine vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Lexus NX?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Lexus NX

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A3 Limousine is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

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 noticeably lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries only slightly more – 515 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 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
Audi A3 Limousine
Lexus NX

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Dimensions and Body

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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

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
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
46,000 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
65 - 134 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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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
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

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