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Genesis G70 vs Audi A3 Sportback comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or Audi A3 Sportback?

Genesis G70 vs Audi A3 Sportback: Key differences

Genesis G70

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Audi A3 Sportback

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G70

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A3 Sportback is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Genesis G70 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,554 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.4 L/100km.

A3 Sportback

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 Audi A3 Sportback offers noticeably more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Sportback delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

G70

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 A3 Sportback is clearly lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 382 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Sportback carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 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.

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A3 Sportback

Audi A3 Sportback

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 134 - 141 km
Genesis G70
Audi A3 Sportback

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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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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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Genesis G70
Audi A3 Sportback

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
170 - 206 g/km
co2
25 - 211 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,685 kg
Trunk capacity
330 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Length
4,685 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
413 - 452 kg
Payload
410 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Audi
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