Compare performance (400 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 36,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Nissan Interstar?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A3 Limousine is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,474 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Limousine uses 4.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Limousine offers substantially more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Audi A3 Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is substantially lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 708 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 927 kg.
The Audi A3 Limousine stands 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.
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 Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
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Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
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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
410 km
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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
0 - 205 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
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
3
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,345 - 1,640 kg
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
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Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
2,080 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 - 520 kg
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Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
130 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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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
300 - 380 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
96 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Nissan
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