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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
27700 - 58300 £
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Price
25200 - 36800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 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
129 - 148 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
SUV
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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
1455 - 1587 kg
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Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
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Trunk capacity
422 - 430 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
458 - 496 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
8.3 - 10.3 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.