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Audi A3 Sportback vs Mercedes EQA – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Mercedes EQA?

Audi A3 Sportback

Mercedes EQA

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

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A3 Sportback has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the Mercedes EQA costs 44200 £. That’s a price difference of around 17409 £.

As for range, the Mercedes EQA performs clearly better – achieving up to 561 km, about 420 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

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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 has a noticeable edge – offering 400 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQA pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 520 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is significantly lighter – 1360 kg compared to 2045 kg. The difference is around 685 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers somewhat more room – 380 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQA performs minimal better – up to 1320 L, which is about 120 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback somewhat takes the win – 480 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin 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.

Audi A3 Sportback
Mercedes EQA

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from about £26,800
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km

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 EQA

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The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Mercedes EQA
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Costs and Consumption

Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
44200 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4463 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1834 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1608 - 1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1320 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.

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