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Audi A3 Sportback vs Polestar 2 – Performance, range & efficiency compared
A3 Sportback
@ Audi AG
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A3 Sportback has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £. That’s a price difference of around 15163 £.
As for range, the Polestar 2 performs decisively better – achieving up to 659 km, about 518 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
2
@ Polestar Automotive Holding
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 Polestar 2 has a somewhat edge – offering 476 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.20 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls noticeable stronger with 740 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm difference.
A3 Sportback
@ Audi AG
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 significantly lighter – 1360 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 655 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 2 offers slight more room – 405 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi A3 Sportback performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1200 L, which is about 105 L more than the Polestar 2.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback somewhat takes the win – 480 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Polestar 2 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 2 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Audi A3 Sportback
Polestar 2
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from about £42,000
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Polestar 2
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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Polestar 2
5 (1 Reviews)
The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Polestar 2
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@ Audi AG
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@ Polestar Automotive Holding
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26800 - 56600 £
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Price
42000 - 57400 £
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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
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
78 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
Sedan
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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
2015 - 2188 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4352 - 4381 mm
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Length
4606 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1415 - 1470 mm
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Height
1473 - 1479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
1095 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
375 - 421 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
272 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
490 - 740 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
200 - 350 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
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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
Polestar
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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.