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Audi A3 Sportback vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Genesis G90?

Audi A3 Sportback vs Genesis G90: Key differences

Audi A3 Sportback

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Genesis G90

  • marginally more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A3 Sportback is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,154 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 9.9 L/100km.

G90

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 Genesis G90 offers marginally more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 15 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 G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers marginally more torque with 549 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

A3 Sportback

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is significantly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 900 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers very slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries barely more – 505 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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 G90

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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 G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
-
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Genesis
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