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Audi A3 Limousine vs Mercedes C Class Sedan - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 41200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Mercedes C Class Sedan?
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 Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13481 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.
C Class Sedan
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 Mercedes C Class Sedan has a significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Audi A3 Limousine takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Sedan pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm difference.
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A3 Limousine
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is distinct lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers slight more room – 455 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Sedan to a small extent takes the win – 570 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Mercedes C Class Sedan 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 £41,200
Mercedes C Class Sedan
Audi A3 Limousine
Mercedes C Class Sedan
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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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Mercedes C Class Sedan
The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.
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Audi A3 Limousine
Mercedes C Class Sedan
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27700 - 58300 £
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Price
41200 - 103100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 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
11 - 117 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
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Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Length
-
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1438 - 1458 mm
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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
480 - 570 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, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1020 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
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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.