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Audi A3 Limousine vs Mazda CX-30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Mazda CX-30?

Audi A3 Limousine

Mazda CX-30

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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.

Mazda CX-30 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2451 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

CX-30

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 has a convincingly 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 convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.50 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.

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 minimal lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers slight more room – 430 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 slight takes the win – 496 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Limousine shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
Mazda CX-30

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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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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General

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