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)
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2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.2 s
- Fastest top speed252 km/h157 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque512 Nm378 lb-ft
- Lightest1,295 kg2,855 lb
- Best power-to-weight180 hp/t134 kW/t5.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.0 L/100 km58.8 mpg US70.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions117 g/km
- Best estimated range1,136 km706 mi
- Largest trunk365 L
- Best overall score64/100
- Best performance score63/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score67/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Power | 233hp173kW+83 hp | 203hp151kW+53 hp | 180hp134kW+30 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 512Nm378lb-ft+192 Nm | 448Nm330lb-ft+128 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft+80 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,295kg2,855lb | 1,295kg2,855lb | 1,295kg2,855lb | 1,295kg2,855lb |
| Gross weight | 1,855kg4,090lb | 1,855kg4,090lb | 1,855kg4,090lb | 1,855kg4,090lb |
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 72.3s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-12.9 s Calculated | 76.5s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph-8.8 s Calculated | 79.4s99% target: 228 km/h / 141 mph-5.8 s Calculated | 85.2s99% target: 216 km/h / 134 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2s-2.0 s | 6.8s-1.4 s | 7.3s-0.9 s | 8.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.0s-19.8 s Calculated | 26.4s-15.4 s Calculated | 31.3s-10.5 s Calculated | 41.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.9s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.5s-1.3 s Calculated | 6.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.3s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.8s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 180hp/t134kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t117kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 139hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated | 116hp/t86kW/t53hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 395Nm/t265lb-ft/ton Calculated | 346Nm/t231lb-ft/ton Calculated | 309Nm/t207lb-ft/ton Calculated | 247Nm/t165lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,136km706mi Calculated | 1,136km706mi Calculated | 1,136km706mi Calculated | 1,136km706mi 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 | 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 | 117g/km | 117g/km | 117g/km | 117g/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) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.9 s | 6.5 s | 6.9 s | 7.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.2 s | 6.8 s | 7.3 s | 8.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.0 s | 26.4 s | 31.3 s | 41.8 s |
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 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 | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.3 s | 14.8 s | 15.2 s | 16.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 165 km/h 103 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph | 152 km/h 95 mph | 145 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp has 83 hp more than AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 150 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: 83 hp (62 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 512 Nm 378 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 448 Nm 330 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 320 Nm 236 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)233 hp | 1,295 kg 2,855 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,295 kg 2,855 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,295 kg 2,855 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,295 kg 2,855 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)233 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 230 km/h 143 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 218 km/h 135 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)233 hp | 6.2 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 6.8 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 7.3 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 8.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp and AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp, separated by only 0.5 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)233 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 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)233 hp | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 156 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 116 hp/t 86 kW/t 8.6 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)233 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,136 km 706 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)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.2 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 6.8 s | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.3 s | 230 km/h 143 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.2 s | 218 km/h 135 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)233 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)233 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 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)233 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 8.2 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 156 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 116 hp/t 86 kW/t 8.6 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 233 hp 173 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 512 Nm 378 lb-ft | 448 Nm 330 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.2 s | 6.8 s | 7.3 s | 8.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,295 kg 2,855 lb | 1,295 kg 2,855 lb | 1,295 kg 2,855 lb | 1,295 kg 2,855 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,136 km 706 mi | 1,136 km 706 mi | 1,136 km 706 mi | 1,136 km 706 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 117 g/km | 117 g/km | 117 g/km | 117 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 | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 156 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 116 hp/t 86 kW/t 8.6 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) 233 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp | AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 23 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) 203 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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