Audi A3 Limousine vs VW Arteon – Which car suits you better?

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

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £. That’s a price difference of around 15767 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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 somewhat edge – offering 400 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine pulls slightly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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, the Audi A3 Limousine is a bit lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 247 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers distinct more room – 590 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon somewhat takes the win – 569 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

All in all, the Audi A3 Limousine shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.