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Audi A3 Sportback vs Suzuki Vitara – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Suzuki Vitara?

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

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Suzuki Vitara has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23600 £, while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 26800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

Vitara @ Suzuki Motor Corporation

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 has a decisively edge – offering 400 HP compared to 129 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 9.50 s. That’s about 5.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Suzuki Vitara tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls convincingly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm difference.

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

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, Suzuki Vitara is barely noticeable lighter – 1255 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers barely noticeable more room – 380 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A3 Sportback performs slight better – up to 1200 L, which is about 80 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback to a small extent takes the win – 480 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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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Suzuki Vitara

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The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Suzuki Vitara
A3 Sportback @ Audi AG
Vitara @ Suzuki Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
23600 - 30900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
113 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 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
1255 - 1395 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4185 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1046 - 1120 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
375 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
110 - 129 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
235 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
81 - 95 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1373 - 1462 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Suzuki
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.