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Audi A3 Sportback vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Subaru Solterra?

Audi A3 Sportback vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Audi A3 Sportback

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A3 Sportback is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Subaru Solterra costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,420 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers significantly more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 370 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

Solterra

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 Audi A3 Sportback offers slightly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 5.1 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Sportback delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 63 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is substantially lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 757 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Solterra offers slightly more boot space – 452 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Sportback carries only slightly more – 480 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra has only a minor advantage 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.

from £39,400
Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Audi A3 Sportback
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru
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