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SsangYong Torres vs Audi A1 comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or Audi A1?

SsangYong Torres vs Audi A1: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more trunk space
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Audi A1

2.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly 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

Torres

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.

Audi A1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,877 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

A1

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 207 HP each.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers only slightly more torque with 339 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 19 Nm more.

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 A1 is clearly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 323 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers significantly more boot space – 703 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 368 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries moderately more – 552 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 is barely ahead 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 £20,000
A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
SsangYong Torres
Audi A1

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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SsangYong Torres
Audi A1

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
118 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
335 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
552 kg
Payload
410 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Audi
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