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Audi A3 Sportback vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (400 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Polestar 3?
Audi A3 Sportback vs Polestar 3: Key differences
A3 Sportback
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.
Audi A3 Sportback is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,628 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 506 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 Polestar 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 370 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, Audi A3 Sportback is clearly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 955 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers visibly more boot space – 484 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead 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.
from £67,600
Polestar 3
Audi A3 Sportback
Polestar 3
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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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Polestar 3
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
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Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
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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
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
601 - 647 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
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Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
605 - 645 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
333 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
480 - 870 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
245 - 500 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
2026
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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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