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Audi A3 Limousine vs VW T-Cross – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Audi A3 Limousine meets VW T-Cross.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Audi A3 Limousine

VW T-Cross

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW T-Cross has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 6437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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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 has a significantly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Limousine performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW T-Cross tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls decisively stronger with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW T-Cross is barely noticeable lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW T-Cross offers minimal more room – 455 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 480 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Audi A3 Limousine
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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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VW T-Cross

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The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 58300 £
Price
21100 - 31500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1267 - 1338 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4504 - 4533 mm
Length
4127 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1784 mm
Height
1391 - 1417 mm
Height
1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1281 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
463 - 480 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 200 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 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

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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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