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Audi A3 Sportback vs Skoda Karoq - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Skoda Karoq?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A3 Sportback has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2082 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.
Karoq
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 Audi A3 Sportback has a decisively edge – offering 400 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 210 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 Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs minimal better – reaching 237 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls noticeable stronger with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is hardly perceptible lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers evident more room – 521 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1630 L, which is about 530 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq to a small extent takes the win – 549 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Sportback sits well ahead of its rival 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
Skoda Karoq
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Audi A3 Sportback
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 Karoq
4.6 (2 Reviews)
The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Skoda Karoq
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
29100 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4384 - 4390 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1624 - 1629 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1630 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 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
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Skoda
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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 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.