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Audi A3 Sportback vs Hyundai i10 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 14,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Hyundai i10?

Audi A3 Sportback vs Hyundai i10: Key differences

Audi A3 Sportback

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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:

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.

Hyundai i10 is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,438 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai i10 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

i10

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 90 HP. That’s roughly 310 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 Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Sportback delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 328 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, Hyundai i10 is clearly lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,360 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers noticeably more boot space – 380 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Sportback carries slightly more – 480 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Sportback is decisively ahead 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
Hyundai i10

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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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Hyundai i10

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 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
110 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
252 L
Length
-
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Height
-
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
344 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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