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Audi A3 Sportback vs Ford Puma – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Audi A3 Sportback meets Ford Puma.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Audi A3 Sportback

Ford Puma

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

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Puma has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.40 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Ford Puma performs clearly better – achieving up to 376 km, about 235 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

Puma @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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 decisively edge – offering 400 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 232 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 Ford Puma takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Puma tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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, Ford Puma is hardly perceptible lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Puma offers noticeable more room – 523 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Puma performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1283 L, which is about 83 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

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

Who wins the race?

The Audi A3 Sportback proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Audi A3 Sportback
Ford Puma

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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

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

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The Ford Puma is a cheeky compact crossover that blends sporty styling with city-friendly practicality, giving drivers a surprisingly fun and composed ride. With clever storage tricks and a lively personality, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want enjoyment without fuss.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Ford Puma
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG
Puma @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Costs and Consumption

Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
24800 - 36300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 13.9 kWh
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
361 - 376 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
43 kWh
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1316 - 1563 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4186 - 4226 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1805 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1550 - 1555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1216 - 1283 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 210 km/h
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
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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.