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Audi A3 Sportback vs CUPRA Formentor - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 35200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or CUPRA Formentor?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Audi A3 Sportback has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8241 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the CUPRA Formentor with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Audi A3 Sportback performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 141 km, about 15 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.
Formentor
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 Sportback has a to a small extent edge – offering 400 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor 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: Audi A3 Sportback pulls somewhat stronger with 500 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 80 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 barely noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.
In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers to a small extent more room – 450 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs noticeable better – up to 1505 L, which is about 405 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor barely noticeable takes the win – 526 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Sportback is clearly superior 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.
Audi A3 Sportback
CUPRA Formentor
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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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CUPRA Formentor
With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.
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Audi A3 Sportback
CUPRA Formentor
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 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
117 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1434 - 1742 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4451 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
458 - 526 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
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 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
G, E, D, F, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
CUPRA
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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.