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Audi A3 Sportback vs Lexus UX comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 199 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 38,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Lexus UX?

Audi A3 Sportback vs Lexus UX: Key differences

Audi A3 Sportback

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Lexus UX

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A3 Sportback is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Lexus UX costs 38,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,742 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus UX with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

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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 offers considerably more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 199 HP. That’s roughly 201 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus UX takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

A3 Sportback

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is marginally lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 320 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus UX carries clearly more – 615 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Sportback holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £27,000
A3 Sportback

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/100km
  • Electric Range 134 - 141 km
Audi A3 Sportback
Lexus UX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Lexus UX

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Price
38,700 - 54,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
113 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,555 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
555 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
199 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
146 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
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