AUDI A3 (8V)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)
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1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)
AUDI A3 (8V)
1.8 TFSI
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.2 s
- Fastest top speed256 km/h159 mph
- Most powerful270 hp201 kW
- Highest torque434 Nm320 lb-ft
- Lightest1,340 kg2,954 lb
- Best power-to-weight201 hp/t150 kW/t5.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions149 g/km
- Best estimated range846 km526 mi
- Largest trunk325 L
- Best overall score66/100
- Best performance score66/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score65/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp |
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| Power | 270hp201kW+90 hp | 234hp174kW+54 hp | 212hp158kW+32 hp | 180hp134kW |
| Torque | 434Nm320lb-ft+154 Nm | 378Nm279lb-ft+98 Nm | 342Nm252lb-ft+62 Nm | 280Nm207lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,340kg2,954lb | 1,340kg2,954lb | 1,340kg2,954lb | 1,340kg2,954lb |
| Gross weight | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb |
| Top speed | 256 km/h 159 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 239 km/h 149 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 60.8s99% target: 253 km/h / 157 mph-13.3 s Calculated | 65.8s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-8.3 s Calculated | 68.8s99% target: 237 km/h / 147 mph-5.3 s Calculated | 74.1s99% target: 226 km/h / 140 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2s-1.5 s | 5.7s-1.0 s | 6.0s-0.7 s | 6.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.9s-11.9 s Calculated | 21.1s-8.7 s Calculated | 23.9s-6.0 s Calculated | 29.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.4s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.3s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 201hp/t150kW/t91hp/1000 lb Calculated | 175hp/t130kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated | 159hp/t118kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 134hp/t100kW/t61hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 324Nm/t217lb-ft/ton Calculated | 282Nm/t189lb-ft/ton Calculated | 255Nm/t171lb-ft/ton Calculated | 209Nm/t140lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 846km526mi Calculated | 846km526mi Calculated | 846km526mi Calculated | 846km526mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu 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 | 325L | 325L | 325L | 325L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,060L | 1,060L | 1,060L | 1,060L |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
| CO2 emissions | 149g/km | 149g/km | 149g/km | 149g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 1) 212 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.7 s | 6.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.9 s | 21.1 s | 23.9 s | 29.8 s |
| Top speed | 256 km/h 159 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 239 km/h 149 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.9 s | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.7 s | 9.1 s | 9.3 s | 9.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.3 s | 13.8 s | 14.2 s | 14.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 176 km/h 109 mph | 168 km/h 104 mph | 163 km/h 101 mph | 155 km/h 97 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp has 90 hp more than AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: 90 hp (67 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 434 Nm 320 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 342 Nm 252 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 280 Nm 207 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 239 km/h 149 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 228 km/h 142 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.2 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.7 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.0 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 6.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 1) 212 hp, separated by only 0.3 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)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 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)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 201 hp/t 150 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 846 km 526 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 846 km 526 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 846 km 526 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 846 km 526 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 5.2 s | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 5.7 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW | 6.0 s | 239 km/h 149 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 6.7 s | 228 km/h 142 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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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)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 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)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.7 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)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 201 hp/t 150 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 270 hp 201 kW | 234 hp 174 kW | 212 hp 158 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 434 Nm 320 lb-ft | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft | 342 Nm 252 lb-ft | 280 Nm 207 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 256 km/h 159 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 239 km/h 149 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 846 km 526 mi | 846 km 526 mi | 846 km 526 mi | 846 km 526 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 149 g/km | 149 g/km | 149 g/km | 149 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 325 L 11.5 cu ft | 325 L 11.5 cu ft | 325 L 11.5 cu ft | 325 L 11.5 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 201 hp/t 150 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 1) 212 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Has 36 hp more
- Has 56 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 27 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) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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