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Audi A3 Sportback vs Kia Niro – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A3 Sportback or Kia Niro fits your lifestyle better.
A3 Sportback
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi A3 Sportback has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2306 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Audi A3 Sportback performs clearly better – achieving up to 141 km, about 79 km more than the Kia Niro.
Niro
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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 has a significantly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 6.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls decisively stronger with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.
A3 Sportback
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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, Audi A3 Sportback is barely noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers somewhat more room – 451 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs to a small extent better – up to 1445 L, which is about 245 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback slight takes the win – 480 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 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.
from about £26,800
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Audi A3 Sportback
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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Kia Niro
The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Kia Niro
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26800 - 56600 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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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
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4352 - 4381 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1415 - 1470 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
466 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
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Kia
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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.