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Audi A3 Sportback vs NIO EL6 comparison
Compare performance (400 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or NIO EL6?
Audi A3 Sportback vs NIO EL6: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A3 Sportback is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,857 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 388 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
EL6
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 NIO EL6 offers somewhat more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
A3 Sportback
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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is clearly lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 870 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more boot space – 597 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Sportback carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO EL6 is clearly superior 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.
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NIO EL6
Audi A3 Sportback
NIO EL6
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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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NIO EL6
The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
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Audi A3 Sportback
NIO EL6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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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
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
-
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,345 - 1,685 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
410 - 485 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
700 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
360 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 - 2,026
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Model Year
2023
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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
NIO
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