Compare performance (400 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 24500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Mazda 3 Hatchback?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda 3 Hatchback has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3137 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.
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 Audi A3 Limousine has a clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 214 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm difference.
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 slight lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 59 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers slightly more room – 425 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Hatchback slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The Audi A3 Limousine sits 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.
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.
detailsThe Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27700 - 58300 £
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Price
24500 - 35500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
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Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
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Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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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 - 480 kg
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Payload
470 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mazda
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The Audi A3 Limousine is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.