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Audi A3 Sportback vs Skoda Scala - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Skoda Scala?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Scala has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6095 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
Scala
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 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 decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 237 km/h, while the Skoda Scala tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls decisively stronger with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.
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A3 Sportback
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, Skoda Scala is a bit lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Scala offers slightly more room – 467 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala performs noticeable better – up to 1410 L, which is about 310 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback a bit takes the win – 480 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 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 Scala
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from about £27,000
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 Scala
5 (2 Reviews)
The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Skoda Scala
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
20900 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 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
114 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1199 - 1271 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
467 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4362 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1793 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1514 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1410 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
403 - 431 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
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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
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 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
175 - 250 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
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 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
C, D
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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.