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Audi A3 Sportback vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 17300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or VW Polo?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Polo has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17300 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9742 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.
Polo
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 convincingly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.
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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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Polo is slightly lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers barely noticeable more room – 380 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback hardly perceptible takes the win – 480 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Sportback 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 Polo
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from about £27,000
Audi A3 Sportback
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 Polo
4.9 (1 Reviews)
The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.
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Audi A3 Sportback
VW Polo
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
17300 - 30800 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
116 - 148 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1751 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
432 - 457 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
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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
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
80 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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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.