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Audi A3 Limousine vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Renault Master Bus?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Renault Master Bus

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A3 Limousine is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Renault Master Bus costs 36,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,902 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Limousine uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Master Bus

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 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.

Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 829 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries clearly more – 1,254 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 774 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine is decisively ahead 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
Audi A3 Limousine
Renault Master Bus

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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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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
-
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault
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