Compare performance (400 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 48,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Lynk & Co 08?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A3 Sportback is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Lynk & Co 08 costs 48,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,995 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lynk & Co 08 uses 0.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Audi A3 Sportback with 1.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Lynk & Co 08 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 200 km, about 59 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
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 slightly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 50 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 Lynk & Co 08 takes 6.8 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is considerably lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,112 kg. The difference is around 752 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 08 offers markedly more boot space – 540 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lynk & Co 08 carries marginally more – 500 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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 Lynk & Co 08 represents a bold leap in automotive design, merging a sleek and modern exterior with a spacious and tech-savvy interior that caters to the needs of contemporary drivers. Its innovative approach to connectivity and user experience sets it apart in a crowded market, offering drivers an unparalleled level of interaction and customization. With a strong focus on sustainability, this model features advanced hybrid technology, underscoring Lynk & Co's commitment to eco-friendly driving solutions.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 56,600 £
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Price
48,000 - 51,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.9 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
200 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
23 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
-
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
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Curb weight
2,112 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Length
4,352 - 4,353 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,915 mm
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Height
1,441 - 1,470 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,100 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
500 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
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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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
350 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
257 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Lynk & Co
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