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Audi A3 Sportback vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Peugeot 2008?

Audi A3 Sportback vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

Audi A3 Sportback

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

Peugeot 2008

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

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

A3 Sportback

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.

Peugeot 2008 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,238 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 2008 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 406 km, about 265 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

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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 offers substantially more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 244 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback is moderately faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Peugeot 2008 tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

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

A3 Sportback

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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is marginally lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,360 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers somewhat more boot space – 434 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 2008 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,467 L, about 367 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Sportback carries barely more – 480 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Sportback 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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A3 Sportback

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km
Audi A3 Sportback
Peugeot 2008

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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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Audi A3 Sportback
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 56,600 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
405 - 406 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
4,352 - 4,353 mm
Length
4,304 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
1,441 - 1,470 mm
Height
1,523 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,467 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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
225 - 237 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
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Peugeot
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