Compare performance (400 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Jaguar E-Pace?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A3 Sportback is somewhat cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Jaguar E-Pace costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,400 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Jaguar E-Pace with 1.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A3 Sportback offers substantially more range – reaching up to 141 km, about 72 km more than the Jaguar E-Pace.
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 clearly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Jaguar E-Pace takes 7.3 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers very slightly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
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 clearly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 423 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Jaguar E-Pace offers markedly more boot space – 494 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.
When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries slightly more – 554 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.
The Audi A3 Sportback is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
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Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
69 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
33 - 185 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
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Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
494 L
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Length
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Length
4,395 mm
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,984 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,648 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
497 - 554 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
160 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
260 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
118 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Jaguar
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