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.
New comparisonAUDI A3 (8V)
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/h5.6 s
- Fastest top speed265 km/h165 mph
- Most powerful270 hp201 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,250 kg2,756 lb
- Best power-to-weight216 hp/t161 kW/t4.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.0 L/100 km33.6 mpg US40.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.8 L/100 km49.0 mpg US58.9 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions129 g/km
- Best estimated range893 km555 mi
- Largest trunk365 L
- Best overall score66/100
- Best performance score65/100
- Best economy score92/100
- Best practicality score67/100
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 | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,250kg2,756lb | 1,250kg2,756lb | 1,250kg2,756lb | 1,250kg2,756lb |
| Gross weight | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb |
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 65.6s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph-13.2 s Calculated | 70.2s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-8.6 s Calculated | 73.3s99% target: 242 km/h / 150 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 78.8s99% target: 230 km/h / 143 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6s-1.6 s | 6.1s-1.1 s | 6.5s-0.7 s | 7.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.2s-12.0 s Calculated | 21.5s-8.6 s Calculated | 24.2s-5.9 s Calculated | 30.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.3s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.6s-1.5 s Calculated | 14.2s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.5s-0.6 s Calculated | 15.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 216hp/t161kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 187hp/t140kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated | 170hp/t127kW/t77hp/1000 lb Calculated | 144hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 310Nm/t207lb-ft/ton Calculated | 270Nm/t181lb-ft/ton Calculated | 244Nm/t163lb-ft/ton Calculated | 200Nm/t134lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 893km555mi Calculated | 893km555mi Calculated | 893km555mi Calculated | 893km555mi 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 | 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 | 129g/km | 129g/km | 129g/km | 129g/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 | 5,100 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 5,350 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5,100 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 5,350 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5,100 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 5,350 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 5,100 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 5,350 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 | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.2 s | 6.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.2 s | 21.5 s | 24.2 s | 30.1 s |
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.0 s | 9.3 s | 9.6 s | 9.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.3 s | 12.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.6 s | 14.2 s | 14.5 s | 15.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 175 km/h 109 mph | 167 km/h 103 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 154 km/h 95 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 | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 250 Nm 184 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 | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 1,250 kg 2,756 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 | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 244 km/h 152 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 232 km/h 144 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 | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.5 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 7.2 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: 1.6 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 0.4 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)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 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 | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 187 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 6.9 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 | 893 km 555 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 893 km 555 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 893 km 555 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 893 km 555 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 | 5.6 s | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.1 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW | 6.5 s | 244 km/h 152 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.2 s | 232 km/h 144 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 |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 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 | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 7.2 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 | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 187 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 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 | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 893 km 555 mi | 893 km 555 mi | 893 km 555 mi | 893 km 555 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | 129 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 | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 187 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 6.9 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 | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.80 LC100 km | 9.80 LC100 km | 9.80 LC100 km | 9.80 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,470 LC/year | 1,470 LC/year | 1,470 LC/year | 1,470 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Has 36 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 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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