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Audi A3 Limousine vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Toyota Prius?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • substantially more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,735 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

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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 223 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

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 slightly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 425 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Limousine carries markedly more – 480 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius holds a decisive overall lead 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 £39,400
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Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
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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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The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Limousine?

The Audi A3 Limousine is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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