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) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.2 s
- Fastest top speed245 km/h152 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque544 Nm401 lb-ft
- Lightest1,355 kg2,987 lb
- Best power-to-weight172 hp/t128 kW/t5.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions122 g/km
- Best estimated range1,170 km727 mi
- Largest trunk325 L
- Best overall score64/100
- Best performance score63/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score65/100
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 | 544Nm401lb-ft+204 Nm | 476Nm351lb-ft+136 Nm | 425Nm313lb-ft+85 Nm | 340Nm251lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,355kg2,987lb | 1,355kg2,987lb | 1,355kg2,987lb | 1,355kg2,987lb |
| Gross weight | 1,915kg4,222lb | 1,915kg4,222lb | 1,915kg4,222lb | 1,915kg4,222lb |
| Top speed | 245 km/h 152 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 72.1s99% target: 243 km/h / 151 mph-13.4 s Calculated | 76.3s99% target: 232 km/h / 144 mph-9.2 s Calculated | 80.0s99% target: 224 km/h / 139 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 85.5s99% target: 212 km/h / 132 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 | 23.4s-22.8 s Calculated | 28.2s-17.9 s Calculated | 33.3s-12.8 s Calculated | 46.1s 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 | 4.7L/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 | 5.6L/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 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-1.7 s Calculated | 14.8s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 172hp/t128kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated | 149hp/t111kW/t68hp/1000 lb Calculated | 133hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated | 111hp/t83kW/t50hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 401Nm/t269lb-ft/ton Calculated | 351Nm/t235lb-ft/ton Calculated | 314Nm/t210lb-ft/ton Calculated | 251Nm/t168lb-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 | 122g/km | 122g/km | 122g/km | 122g/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 | 23.4 s | 28.2 s | 33.3 s | 46.1 s |
| Top speed | 245 km/h 152 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | 214 km/h 133 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 | 6.6 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 | 15.3 s | 16.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 163 km/h 101 mph | 156 km/h 97 mph | 151 km/h 94 mph | 143 km/h 89 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 | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 340 Nm 251 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 | 1,355 kg 2,987 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,355 kg 2,987 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,355 kg 2,987 lb |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,355 kg 2,987 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 | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 214 km/h 133 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 | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 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)233 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 111 hp/t 83 kW/t 9.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,170 km 727 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,170 km 727 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,170 km 727 mi |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 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)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.2 s | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 6.8 s | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.3 s | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.2 s | 214 km/h 133 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 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 | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 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 | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 (8V)2.0 TDI150 hp | 111 hp/t 83 kW/t 9.0 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)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 | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.2 s | 6.8 s | 7.3 s | 8.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 245 km/h 152 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,355 kg 2,987 lb | 1,355 kg 2,987 lb | 1,355 kg 2,987 lb | 1,355 kg 2,987 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 | 122 g/km | 122 g/km | 122 g/km | 122 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 | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 111 hp/t 83 kW/t 9.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 (8V) 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 | 4.7 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) 233 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 68 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 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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