AUDI A3 (8V)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonAUDI A3 (8V)
1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)
AUDI A3 (8V)
1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)
AUDI A3 (8V)
1.4 TFSI COD ultra
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.3 s
- Fastest top speed249 km/h155 mph
- Most powerful225 hp168 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,205 kg2,657 lb
- Best power-to-weight187 hp/t139 kW/t5.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions109 g/km
- Best estimated range1,064 km661 mi
- Largest trunk365 L
- Best overall score62/100
- Best performance score60/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score67/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp |
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| Power | 225hp168kW+75 hp | 195hp145kW+45 hp | 177hp132kW+27 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,205kg2,657lb | 1,205kg2,657lb | 1,205kg2,657lb | 1,205kg2,657lb |
| Gross weight | 1,765kg3,891lb | 1,765kg3,891lb | 1,765kg3,891lb | 1,765kg3,891lb |
| Top speed | 249 km/h 155 mph | 237 km/h 147 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 70.8s99% target: 247 km/h / 153 mph-13.3 s Calculated | 75.1s99% target: 235 km/h / 146 mph-9.0 s Calculated | 78.8s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph-5.3 s Calculated | 84.1s99% target: 218 km/h / 135 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3s-1.8 s | 6.9s-1.2 s | 7.3s-0.8 s | 8.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.4s-17.2 s Calculated | 27.1s-12.5 s Calculated | 30.7s-8.9 s Calculated | 39.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.0s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.5s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.9s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.3s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.9s-1.0 s Calculated | 15.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 15.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 187hp/t139kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated | 162hp/t121kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated | 147hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 124hp/t93kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 322Nm/t215lb-ft/ton Calculated | 280Nm/t187lb-ft/ton Calculated | 253Nm/t169lb-ft/ton Calculated | 207Nm/t139lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,064km661mi Calculated | 1,064km661mi Calculated | 1,064km661mi Calculated | 1,064km661mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,395cc85cu in | 1,395cc85cu in | 1,395cc85cu in | 1,395cc85cu in |
| Length | 4,237mm167in | 4,237mm167in | 4,237mm167in | 4,237mm167in |
| Width | 1,777mm70in | 1,777mm70in | 1,777mm70in | 1,777mm70in |
| Height | 1,421mm56in | 1,421mm56in | 1,421mm56in | 1,421mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,601mm102in | 2,601mm102in | 2,601mm102in | 2,601mm102in |
| Front track | 1,542mm61in | 1,542mm61in | 1,542mm61in | 1,542mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,514mm60in | 1,514mm60in | 1,514mm60in | 1,514mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 365L | 365L | 365L | 365L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,100L | 1,100L | 1,100L | 1,100L |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 109g/km | 109g/km | 109g/km | 109g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1) 177 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.0 s | 6.5 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.3 s | 8.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.4 s | 27.1 s | 30.7 s | 39.6 s |
| Top speed | 249 km/h 155 mph | 237 km/h 147 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.5 s | 9.8 s | 10.0 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.1 s | 12.6 s | 12.9 s | 13.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.3 s | 14.9 s | 15.2 s | 15.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 165 km/h 102 mph | 157 km/h 98 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph | 146 km/h 91 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp has 75 hp more than AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra 150 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp: 75 hp (56 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 237 km/h 147 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 220 km/h 137 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 6.3 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 6.9 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 7.3 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 8.1 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra 150 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2) 195 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1) 177 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 162 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 124 hp/t 93 kW/t 8.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,064 km 661 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,064 km 661 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,064 km 661 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 1,064 km 661 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.3 s | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 6.9 s | 237 km/h 147 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.3 s | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.1 s | 220 km/h 137 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 8.1 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | 162 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | 124 hp/t 93 kW/t 8.0 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3)225 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2)195 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1)177 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.4 TFSI COD ultra150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 225 hp 168 kW | 195 hp 145 kW | 177 hp 132 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.3 s | 8.1 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 249 km/h 155 mph | 237 km/h 147 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,064 km 661 mi | 1,064 km 661 mi | 1,064 km 661 mi | 1,064 km 661 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 365 L 12.9 cu ft | 365 L 12.9 cu ft | 365 L 12.9 cu ft | 365 L 12.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 162 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 124 hp/t 93 kW/t 8.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2) 195 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 1) 177 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 25 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.4 TFSI COD ultra (Stage 2) 195 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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