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Audi A3 Limousine vs Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A3 Limousine @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26500 £, while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 1037 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

Astra Sports Tourer @ Opel / Stellantis Media

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 Audi A3 Limousine has a decisively edge – offering 400 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Limousine performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is slight lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1394 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers clearly perceptible more room – 597 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer hardly perceptible takes the win – 497 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Limousine shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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 £27,500
A3 Limousine @ Audi AG

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 Limousine blends sophistication with sporty performance, making it a standout choice in the compact segment. Its sleek design is complemented by a luxurious interior that prioritises comfort and cutting-edge technology. Whether navigating city streets or cruising on the motorway, the A3 Limousine delivers an engaging driving experience that is hard to resist.

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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer

The Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
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Astra Sports Tourer @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
27500 - 58300 £
Price
26500 - 41800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
81 - 413 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1394 - 1760 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
Length
4504 - 4533 mm
Length
4642 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1391 - 1417 mm
Height
1443 - 1481 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
413 - 497 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Vauxhall
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.