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Audi A3 Sportback vs Genesis G70 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Genesis G70?

Audi A3 Sportback

Genesis G70

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.

Audi A3 Sportback has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11554 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 5.40 L per 100 km.

G70

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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 400 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 155 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 Genesis G70 takes 6.10 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Genesis G70 performs minimal better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Audi A3 Sportback tops out at 237 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls somewhat stronger with 500 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is distinct lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1727 kg. The difference is around 367 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers slightly more room – 380 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback hardly perceptible takes the win – 480 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km
Audi A3 Sportback
Genesis G70

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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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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

Price
27000 - 56600 £
Price
38600 - 44500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1727 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
4352 - 4353 mm
Length
4685 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1441 - 1470 mm
Height
1400 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Genesis
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.