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Audi A3 Sportback vs BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 392 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 45700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A3 Sportback has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18685 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
4 Series Gran Coupe
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 Sportback has a slight edge – offering 400 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi A3 Sportback tops out at 237 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe pulls evident stronger with 650 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
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A3 Sportback
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, Audi A3 Sportback is distinct lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers a bit more room – 470 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe performs slightly better – up to 1290 L, which is about 190 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 480 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Sportback holds a decisive overall lead 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.
Audi A3 Sportback
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
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Audi A3 Sportback
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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
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Audi A3 Sportback
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
45700 - 68000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
59 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 1935 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4783 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1442 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1290 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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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.
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.