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Audi A3 Sportback vs VW Caddy Compact Van - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 25800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or VW Caddy Compact Van?
A3 Sportback
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.
VW Caddy Compact Van has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1179 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy Compact Van manages with 0.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A3 Sportback with 1.10 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Audi A3 Sportback performs a bit better – achieving up to 141 km, about 21 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.
Caddy Compact Van
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 clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs evident better – reaching 237 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.
A3 Sportback
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Audi A3 Sportback offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is hardly perceptible lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1442 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2600 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van evident takes the win – 759 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 279 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Caddy Compact Van is far ahead overall 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
VW Caddy Compact Van
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from about £25,800
VW Caddy Compact Van
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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VW Caddy Compact Van
The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.
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Audi A3 Sportback
VW Caddy Compact Van
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
25800 - 42300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 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
117 - 120 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
11 - 154 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
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1819 - 1823 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
628 - 759 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, Plugin Hybrid
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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
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
VW
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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.