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Audi A3 Sportback vs VW ID.3 – Differences & prices compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Audi A3 Sportback or VW ID.3?

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

A3 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A3 Sportback has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the VW ID.3 costs 28600 £. That’s a price difference of around 1740 £.

As for range, the VW ID.3 performs significantly better – achieving up to 605 km, about 464 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

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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 a bit edge – offering 400 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.3 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.3 pulls minimal stronger with 545 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 45 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, Audi A3 Sportback is clearly perceptible lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1787 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.3 offers minimal more room – 385 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.3 performs slight better – up to 1267 L, which is about 67 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback barely noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.3 proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £28,600
ID.3 @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 km
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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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VW ID.3

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The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26800 - 56600 £
Price
28600 - 49300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1787 - 1993 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4264 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1809 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1564 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
437 - 473 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
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.

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