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Audi A3 Sportback vs Hyundai i20 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A3 Sportback or Hyundai i20 fits your lifestyle better.

Audi A3 Sportback

Hyundai i20

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i20 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17400 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 9428 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

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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 clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.10 s. That’s about 7.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai i20 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls convincingly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.

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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, Hyundai i20 is evident lighter – 1088 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers barely noticeable more room – 380 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A3 Sportback performs slight better – up to 1200 L, which is about 35 L more than the Hyundai i20.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback barely noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Audi A3 Sportback
Hyundai i20

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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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Hyundai i20

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The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Hyundai i20
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i20 @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
17400 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 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
119 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1088 - 1190 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4065 - 4075 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1450 - 1455 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
450 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
79 - 100 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.7 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
166 - 183 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
113 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
58 - 74 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1197 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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.

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