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Audi A3 Limousine vs MINI Aceman comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or MINI Aceman?

Audi A3 Limousine vs MINI Aceman: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • visibly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

MINI Aceman is marginally cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 685 £.

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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 offers visibly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MINI Aceman takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is visibly lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 425 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Aceman carries only slightly more – 530 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine is clearly superior overall 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.

from £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/100km
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The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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5 Jan 2026, 00:44:07

Amazing interior, sporty-funky exterior, great handles, good amount of power.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,345 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,754 mm
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 - 520 kg
Payload
450 - 530 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
MINI
What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Limousine?

The Audi A3 Limousine is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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