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Audi A3 Sportback vs Aston Martin Vantage – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A3 Sportback or Aston Martin Vantage fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Audi A3 Sportback has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the Aston Martin Vantage costs 169700 £. That’s a price difference of around 142886 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Aston Martin Vantage with 12.10 L. The difference is about 11 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 Aston Martin Vantage has a distinct edge – offering 665 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin Vantage is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi A3 Sportback takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Aston Martin Vantage performs evident better – reaching 325 km/h, while the Audi A3 Sportback tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Aston Martin Vantage pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 800 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 300 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.

Seats: Audi A3 Sportback offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers distinct more room – 380 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £26,800
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Audi A3 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 9.3 L
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km
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Audi A3 Sportback

The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.

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Aston Martin Vantage

The Aston Martin Vantage captivates with its striking design and luxurious interior, embodying the spirit of a classic British sports car. Its powerful performance and agile handling make it a thrilling choice for driving enthusiasts seeking an engaging ride. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Vantage seamlessly blends elegance and dynamism, setting a benchmark in its class.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
169700 - 188600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
12.1 - 12.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
274 - 279 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe, Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 3
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1745 - 1805 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 235 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1275 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
665 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 3.6 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
325 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
489 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
3982 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Aston Martin

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What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?

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

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