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Audi A3 Sportback vs Mercedes A-Class – Differences & prices compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A3 Sportback or Mercedes A-Class 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 clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 5434 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes A-Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Audi A3 Sportback performs distinct better – achieving up to 141 km, about 56 km more than the Mercedes A-Class.
A-Class
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Engine and Performance:
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 has a somewhat edge – offering 400 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes A-Class takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 500 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
A3 Sportback
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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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is slight lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers slight more room – 380 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi A3 Sportback performs barely noticeable better – up to 1200 L, which is about 10 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class barely noticeable takes the win – 485 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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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Mercedes A-Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Mercedes A-Class
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26800 - 56600 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 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
85 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4352 - 4381 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1415 - 1470 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 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, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 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
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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.