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Toyota Corolla Cross vs Audi A3 Sportback comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Cross or Audi A3 Sportback?

Toyota Corolla Cross vs Audi A3 Sportback: Key differences

Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • moderately more trunk space
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Audi A3 Sportback

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

Corolla Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A3 Sportback is a bit cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,705 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Sportback uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 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 substantially more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

Corolla Cross

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 marginally lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers moderately more boot space – 473 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Cross carries moderately more – 560 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Sportback 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 £27,000
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
Toyota Corolla Cross
Audi A3 Sportback

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover that blends the practicality and reliability Toyota is known for with a comfortable, easygoing driving experience. It offers a roomy interior and sensible features that make it a strong choice for daily commuting and family outings.

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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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Toyota Corolla Cross
Audi A3 Sportback

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Price
27,000 - 92,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 120 g/km
co2
25 - 211 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,685 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 473 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 560 kg
Payload
410 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Audi
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