AUDI A3 (8V)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
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2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
AUDI A3 (8V)
2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.2 s
- Fastest top speed261 km/h162 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque608 Nm448 lb-ft
- Lightest1,390 kg3,064 lb
- Best power-to-weight205 hp/t153 kW/t4.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions124 g/km
- Best estimated range1,170 km727 mi
- Largest trunk325 L
- Best overall score69/100
- Best performance score71/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score65/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+101 hp | 248hp185kW+64 hp | 221hp165kW+37 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 608Nm448lb-ft+228 Nm | 532Nm392lb-ft+152 Nm | 475Nm350lb-ft+95 Nm | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb |
| Gross weight | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb |
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 62.0s99% target: 258 km/h / 161 mph-14.8 s Calculated | 67.0s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-9.8 s Calculated | 70.6s99% target: 240 km/h / 149 mph-6.2 s Calculated | 76.8s99% target: 228 km/h / 141 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2s-1.6 s | 5.6s-1.2 s | 6.1s-0.7 s | 6.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.4s-12.4 s Calculated | 20.4s-9.5 s Calculated | 23.5s-6.3 s Calculated | 29.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.9s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.4s-1.1 s Calculated | 5.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.4s 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 | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.2s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.7s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 205hp/t153kW/t93hp/1000 lb Calculated | 179hp/t133kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 159hp/t118kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 132hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 437Nm/t293lb-ft/ton Calculated | 383Nm/t256lb-ft/ton Calculated | 342Nm/t229lb-ft/ton Calculated | 273Nm/t183lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,170km727mi Calculated | 1,170km727mi Calculated | 1,170km727mi Calculated | 1,170km727mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu 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 | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.2 s | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.4 s | 20.4 s | 23.5 s | 29.8 s |
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.7 s | 9.0 s | 9.3 s | 9.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.2 s | 13.7 s | 14.2 s | 14.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 177 km/h 110 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph | 163 km/h 102 mph | 155 km/h 96 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp has 101 hp more than AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: 101 hp (75 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 230 km/h 143 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 5.2 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 6.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,170 km 727 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,170 km 727 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,170 km 727 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,170 km 727 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 5.2 s | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 5.6 s | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 6.1 s | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 6.8 s | 230 km/h 143 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.8 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 248 hp 185 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.2 s | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 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 | 1,170 km 727 mi | 1,170 km 727 mi | 1,170 km 727 mi | 1,170 km 727 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 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 | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 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) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 76 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 26 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) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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