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Audi A3 Sportback vs SEAT Ibiza - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 16800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or SEAT Ibiza?

Audi A3 Sportback

SEAT Ibiza

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.

SEAT Ibiza has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16800 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10158 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SEAT Ibiza with 5 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

Ibiza

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Sportback has a convincingly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.10 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls significantly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is clearly perceptible lighter – 1111 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 249 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers slight more room – 380 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ibiza barely noticeable takes the win – 522 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Sportback holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Audi A3 Sportback
SEAT Ibiza

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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
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km

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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Audi A3 Sportback
SEAT Ibiza

Costs and Consumption

Price
27000 - 56600 £
Price
16800 - 28800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
114 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1111 - 1231 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4352 - 4353 mm
Length
-
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1441 - 1470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
SEAT
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.