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Audi A3 Sportback vs MINI Aceman – Which car suits you better?
A3 Sportback
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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.
MINI Aceman has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25500 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 1371 £.
As for range, the MINI Aceman performs significantly better – achieving up to 405 km, about 264 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
Aceman
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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 has a evident edge – offering 400 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the MINI Aceman takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the MINI Aceman tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls noticeable stronger with 500 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
A3 Sportback
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1720 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers clearly perceptible more room – 380 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi A3 Sportback performs somewhat better – up to 1200 L, which is about 195 L more than the MINI Aceman.
When it comes to payload, MINI Aceman minimal takes the win – 530 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be has a very small edge 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
MINI Aceman
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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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MINI Aceman
The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.
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Audi A3 Sportback
MINI Aceman
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26800 - 56600 £
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Price
25500 - 36200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16 kWh
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
303 - 405 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
38.5 - 49.2 kWh
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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 - 55 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
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1720 - 1825 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
300 L
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Length
4352 - 4381 mm
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Length
4079 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1754 mm
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Height
1415 - 1470 mm
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Height
1514 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
1005 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
450 - 530 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
184 - 258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
290 - 350 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
135 - 190 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
MINI
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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.