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Audi A3 Sportback vs BYD Atto 3 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A3 Sportback or BYD Atto 3 fits your lifestyle better.

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

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A3 Sportback has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the BYD Atto 3 costs 33400 £. That’s a price difference of around 6592 £.

As for range, the BYD Atto 3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 420 km, about 279 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Sportback has a clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 7.30 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1825 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BYD Atto 3 offers slightly more room – 440 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD Atto 3 performs to a small extent better – up to 1338 L, which is about 138 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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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BYD Atto 3

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The BYD Atto 3 mixes quirky crossover styling with a cleverly packaged interior that feels more premium than its price suggests. Easy to drive, surprisingly practical and loaded with user-friendly tech, it's a strong choice for buyers who want an EV that's fun without being fussy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
33400 - 35100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
420 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1825 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4455 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1615 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1338 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
335 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.30 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
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BYD

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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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