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Audi A3 Sportback vs smart #3 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or smart #3?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A3 Sportback has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7705 £.
As for electric range, the smart #3 performs decisively better – achieving up to 455 km, about 314 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
#3
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 smart #3 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 428 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Audi A3 Sportback takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs noticeable better – reaching 237 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: smart #3 pulls slightly stronger with 584 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 84 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, Audi A3 Sportback is noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers slight more room – 380 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
In maximum load capacity, the smart #3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1160 L, which is about 60 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback hardly perceptible takes the win – 480 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race?
The smart #3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
smart #3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Audi A3 Sportback
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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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smart #3
5 (1 Reviews)
The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.
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Audi A3 Sportback
smart #3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
34700 - 45800 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4400 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1844 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1160 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
419 - 450 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
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 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
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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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
smart
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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.