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Audi A3 Limousine vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Tesla Model 3?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • slightly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Tesla Model 3

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  • slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A3 Limousine is slightly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,020 £.

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 offers slightly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Audi A3 Limousine takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers noticeably more torque with 660 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is noticeably lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 412 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 594 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Limousine carries visibly more – 480 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 is far ahead overall 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
Audi A3 Limousine
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,850 mm
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 - 480 kg
Payload
303 - 377 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Tesla
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