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Audi A3 Limousine vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Toyota RAV4?

Audi A3 Limousine vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (11 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat 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:

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,020 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

RAV4

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 markedly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 91 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 RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

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 markedly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,655 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers somewhat more boot space – 514 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries noticeably more – 610 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 is clearly superior 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 £37,700
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 133 - 137 km
Audi A3 Limousine
Toyota RAV4

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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Audi A3 Limousine
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
30 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Toyota
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