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Audi A3 Limousine vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Nissan Ariya?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

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  • barely more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A3 Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,163 £.

Ariya

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Ariya offers barely more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers a bit more torque with 600 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is significantly lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 932 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers barely more boot space – 425 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Limousine carries markedly more – 520 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 157 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine holds a decisive overall lead 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 Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Audi A3 Limousine
Nissan Ariya

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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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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
54,800 £
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
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
417 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 520 kg
Payload
363 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Nissan
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