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Audi A3 Sportback vs Hyundai Kona – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Hyundai Kona?

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

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Kona has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3771 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs decisively better – achieving up to 514 km, about 373 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

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 convincingly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 182 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 Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is barely noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers a bit more room – 466 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs barely noticeable better – up to 1300 L, which is about 100 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

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 Kona

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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Hyundai Kona
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG
Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
23100 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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.