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Audi A3 Sportback vs Peugeot 2008 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Audi A3 Sportback meets Peugeot 2008.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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.

Peugeot 2008 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2366 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 2008 performs significantly better – achieving up to 406 km, about 265 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

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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 decisively edge – offering 400 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 244 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 Peugeot 2008 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 2008 tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls significantly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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, Peugeot 2008 is slight lighter – 1263 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers slightly more room – 434 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 2008 performs somewhat better – up to 1467 L, which is about 267 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback hardly perceptible takes the win – 480 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A3 Sportback proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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
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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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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a stylish, city-friendly crossover that packs big character into a compact package, turning mundane errands into a mildly entertaining drive. Its clever interior layout, polished looks and confident ride make it a smart choice for buyers who want practical daily sense with a touch of flair.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
24500 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
406 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1263 - 1623 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4304 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1770 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1523 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1467 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot

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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.

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