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Audi A3 Limousine vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Renault Mégane?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Renault Mégane

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A3 Limousine is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,372 £.

Mégane

Engine and Performance:

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 considerably more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 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 noticeably lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 359 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers barely more boot space – 425 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Limousine carries marginally more – 480 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 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 Mégane

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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 Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
-
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
446 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
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
160 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
Renault
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