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Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A4 Limousine is somewhat cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Audi A4 Limousine with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

3 Series Saloon

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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Limousine is very slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW 3 Series Saloon tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is marginally lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers only slightly more boot space – 480 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries marginally more – 540 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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 £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 96 - 101 km
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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
4,713 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
1,446 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
405 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 km/h
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Audi A4 Limousine?

The Audi A4 Limousine is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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