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Audi A3 Sportback vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Ford Puma?

Audi A3 Sportback vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Audi A3 Sportback

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Puma is a bit cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers considerably more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 276 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

Puma

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Sportback delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.

A3 Sportback

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 terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is marginally lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,360 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers noticeably more boot space – 523 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Sportback carries barely more – 480 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 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.

from £27,000
A3 Sportback

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/100km
  • Electric Range 134 - 141 km
Audi A3 Sportback
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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