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Honda ZR-V vs Audi Q3 comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda ZR-V or Audi Q3?

Honda ZR-V vs Audi Q3: Key differences

Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
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Audi Q3

3.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ZR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Honda ZR-V is very slightly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,171 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q3 uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

Q3

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 Q3 offers noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q3 delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

ZR-V

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 Q3 is barely lighter – 1,635 kg compared to 1,660 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q3 carries slightly more – 535 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q3 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.

from £38,200
Q3

Audi Q3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
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Honda ZR-V

The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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Reviews Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Frans
18 May 2026, 09:50:16

Lovely driving feel, quiet, fast, solid and reliable.

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Denes Molnar
17 May 2026, 19:58:46

Enjoy to drive, long driving range, good fluel consumption.

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Pan
5 Oct 2025, 11:26:07

HONDA ZRV — snappy, fast, perfect in every way, whisper-quiet, maximum comfort, extraordinary quality and price. For me: 5 stars.

Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 is a compact premium crossover that blends sharp styling with a well-crafted interior, making it an appealing choice for urban drivers who want a touch of luxury. It delivers a composed ride, intuitive tech features and a practical cabin, so it works well as a comfortable daily driver with an upscale feel.

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Reviews Audi Q3

3.9 (2 Reviews)
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dd
2 Nov 2025, 22:05:04

Very comfortable. Precise steering. E35 petrol engine, 150 hp — sufficient. Manual gearbox very good and well-geared. Looks very handsome. Very large boot. Premium interior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 38,700 £
Price
38,200 - 52,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
39 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,660 - 1,710 kg
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
440 - 455 kg
Payload
505 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
315 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B, F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the Honda ZR-V?

The Honda ZR-V is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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