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Audi A3 Limousine vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Audi A3 Limousine

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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.

Audi A3 Limousine has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11951 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

CLA Coupe

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 slightly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 515 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 15 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 distinct lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers minimal more room – 425 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Limousine minimal takes the win – 480 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Audi A3 Limousine
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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

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 CLA Coupe

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The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
39600 - 66800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4723 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
-
Height
1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.