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Audi A3 Sportback vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison
Compare performance (400 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Audi A3 Sportback vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences
A3 Sportback
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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,457 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A3 Sportback offers substantially more range – reaching up to 141 km, about 83 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Discovery Sport
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 markedly 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 considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers marginally more torque with 540 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Audi A3 Sportback is substantially lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 589 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 161 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Audi A3 Sportback
Land Rover Discovery Sport
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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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Land Rover Discovery Sport
Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 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
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,894 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 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
Diesel MHEV, 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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
380 - 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
120 - 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
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Land Rover
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