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Audi A3 Limousine vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or VW Tiguan?

Audi A3 Limousine vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly 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:

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

Audi A3 Limousine is markedly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,893 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Tiguan

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers somewhat more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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 a bit lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 239 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers visibly more boot space – 652 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 227 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries somewhat more – 544 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is far ahead 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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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 Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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4.1 (9 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
32 - 190 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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
460 - 544 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Limousine?

The Audi A3 Limousine is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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