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Audi A3 Sportback vs Genesis G80 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Genesis G80?

Audi A3 Sportback vs Genesis G80: Key differences

Audi A3 Sportback

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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Genesis G80

  • significantly more electric range
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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.

Audi A3 Sportback is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,285 £.

As for electric range, the Genesis G80 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 429 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

G80

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 offers marginally more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 370 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Genesis G80 takes 5.1 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G80 delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 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, Audi A3 Sportback is significantly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 1,050 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers barely more boot space – 380 L compared to 354 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G80 carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 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.

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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
Genesis G80

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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 G80

The Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Genesis G80

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
354 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
490 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Genesis
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