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Audi A3 Sportback vs Skoda Kamiq – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A3 Sportback or Skoda Kamiq fits your lifestyle better.

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

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.

Skoda Kamiq has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5117 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.30 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

Kamiq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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 significantly 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 convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.10 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Kamiq tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

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 @ Audi AG

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 curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is slightly lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 129 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers minimal more room – 400 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kamiq performs to a small extent better – up to 1395 L, which is about 195 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq a bit takes the win – 539 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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

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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Skoda Kamiq

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The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Skoda Kamiq
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG
Kamiq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
21700 - 31900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 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
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1231 - 1340 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4241 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1395 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
439 - 539 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
70 - 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
Brand
Audi
Brand
Skoda
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.