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Audi A3 Limousine vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Volvo XC40?

Audi A3 Limousine

Volvo XC40

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

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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 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the Volvo XC40 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 9248 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Limousine has a convincingly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Limousine performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is evident lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 328 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers barely noticeable more room – 452 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 minimal takes the win – 532 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A3 Limousine proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Limousine is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,500
A3 Limousine @ Audi AG

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
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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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Volvo XC40

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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 58300 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4504 - 4533 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1391 - 1417 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo

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Is the Audi A3 Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A3 Limousine is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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