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Audi A3 Limousine vs Skoda Karoq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Skoda Karoq?

Audi A3 Limousine

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A3 Limousine has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27700 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1397 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Karoq

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 clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 210 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 Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

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

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is barely noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers slightly more room – 521 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq a bit takes the win – 549 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine sits 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.

Audi A3 Limousine
Skoda Karoq

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from about £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

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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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Skoda Karoq

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
-
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
-
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Skoda
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.