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Audi A3 Limousine vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 17300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or VW Polo?

Audi A3 Limousine

VW Polo

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Polo has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17300 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10427 £.

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

Polo

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 significantly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, VW Polo is a bit lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers a bit more room – 425 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Limousine slight takes the win – 480 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £27,700
A3 Limousine

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
Audi A3 Limousine
VW Polo

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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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VW Polo

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The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Audi A3 Limousine
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
17300 - 30800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
Is the Audi A3 Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.