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Audi A3 Sportback vs Ford Explorer EV – Performance, range & efficiency compared
A3 Sportback
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi A3 Sportback has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 7372 £.
As for range, the Ford Explorer EV performs decisively better – achieving up to 602 km, about 461 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
Explorer EV
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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 to a small extent edge – offering 400 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 60 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 Ford Explorer EV takes 5.30 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Explorer EV tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Explorer EV pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm difference.
A3 Sportback
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Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is decisively lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1908 kg. The difference is around 548 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers a bit more room – 450 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Explorer EV performs somewhat better – up to 1422 L, which is about 222 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV to a small extent takes the win – 585 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Explorer EV proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Explorer EV is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Audi A3 Sportback
Ford Explorer EV
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Ford Explorer EV
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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Ford Explorer EV
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The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Ford Explorer EV
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26800 - 56600 £
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Price
34200 - 48800 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
360 - 602 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
1908 - 2179 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
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Length
4352 - 4381 mm
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Length
4468 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Height
1415 - 1470 mm
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Height
1630 - 1639 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
561 - 585 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
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Ford
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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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.