Compare performance (400 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 30,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Lynk & Co 02?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A3 Sportback is a bit cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Lynk & Co 02 costs 30,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,852 £.
As for electric range, the Lynk & Co 02 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 304 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
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 visibly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 128 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 Lynk & Co 02 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback is visibly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Lynk & Co 02 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Sportback delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 323 Nm. That’s about 177 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 1,895 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 02 offers marginally more boot space – 410 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Lynk & Co 02 offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,349 L, about 249 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Sportback carries markedly more – 480 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
The Audi A3 Sportback is clearly 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 Lynk & Co 02 wears its attitude like a leather jacket—bold styling and a youthful cabin that punches above its class, appealing to buyers who want personality as well as practicality. It's a genuinely engaging compact with everyday usability, offering enough flair and refinement to stand out in a crowded market without trying too hard.
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Price
27,000 - 56,600 £
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Price
30,900 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
435 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
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Curb weight
1,895 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Length
4,352 - 4,353 mm
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Length
4,460 mm
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Height
1,441 - 1,470 mm
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Height
1,573 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,349 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
375 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
323 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Lynk & Co
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