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Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW X3 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or BMW X3?

Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW X3: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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BMW X3

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X3 uses 2.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Limousine with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

X3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 offers clearly more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is visibly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers moderately more boot space – 570 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries marginally more – 570 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £51,700
X3

BMW X3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 398 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 km
Audi A4 Limousine
BMW X3

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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 X3

The BMW X3 blends sporty handling with premium comfort, making it a strong choice for drivers who want an engaging everyday SUV. Its well-appointed interior and confident road manners give it broad appeal for families and commuters who value style and versatility.

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Audi A4 Limousine
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
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Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 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
F, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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