AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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35 TFSI (Stage 2)
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35 TFSI (Stage 1)
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35 TFSI
Comparison overview
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AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.5 s
- Fastest top speed265 km/h165 mph
- Most powerful225 hp168 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,320 kg2,910 lb
- Best power-to-weight170 hp/t127 kW/t5.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.9 L/100 km48.0 mpg US57.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.2 L/100 km56.0 mpg US67.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,020 km634 mi
- Largest trunk425 L
- Best overall score65/100
- Best performance score62/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score72/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp |
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| Power | 225hp168kW+75 hp | 195hp145kW+45 hp | 177hp132kW+27 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb |
| Gross weight | 1,875kg4,134lb | 1,875kg4,134lb | 1,875kg4,134lb | 1,875kg4,134lb |
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 62.7s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph-10.6 s Calculated | 66.0s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-7.3 s Calculated | 68.5s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph-4.8 s Calculated | 73.3s99% target: 230 km/h / 143 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5s-1.9 s | 7.1s-1.3 s | 7.6s-0.8 s | 8.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 19.3s-11.5 s Calculated | 22.6s-8.1 s Calculated | 25.3s-5.4 s Calculated | 30.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.2s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.8s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.2s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 170hp/t127kW/t77hp/1000 lb Calculated | 148hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 134hp/t100kW/t61hp/1000 lb Calculated | 114hp/t85kW/t52hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 294Nm/t196lb-ft/ton Calculated | 256Nm/t171lb-ft/ton Calculated | 231Nm/t155lb-ft/ton Calculated | 189Nm/t127lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,020km634mi Calculated | 1,020km634mi Calculated | 1,020km634mi Calculated | 1,020km634mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in |
| Length | 4,495mm177in | 4,495mm177in | 4,495mm177in | 4,495mm177in |
| Width | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in |
| Height | 1,425mm56in | 1,425mm56in | 1,425mm56in | 1,425mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in |
| Front track | 1,554mm61in | 1,554mm61in | 1,554mm61in | 1,554mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,525mm60in | 1,525mm60in | 1,525mm60in | 1,525mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 425L | 425L | 425L | 425L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 2) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 1) 177 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-2,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-2,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-2,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-2,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.2 s | 6.8 s | 7.2 s | 8.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.5 s | 7.1 s | 7.6 s | 8.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 19.3 s | 22.6 s | 25.3 s | 30.7 s |
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.6 s | 6.9 s | 7.0 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.1 s | 10.3 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.3 s | 12.7 s | 13.1 s | 13.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.4 s | 15.0 s | 15.4 s | 16.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 172 km/h 107 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 151 km/h 94 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 hp has 75 hp more than AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI 150 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: 75 hp (56 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 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 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 6.5 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 7.1 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 7.6 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 8.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI 150 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 2) 195 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 1) 177 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 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,020 km 634 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,020 km 634 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,020 km 634 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 1,020 km 634 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.5 s | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 7.1 s | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.6 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.4 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 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 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 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 7.6 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 8.4 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 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 3)225 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 2)195 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI (Stage 1)177 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)35 TFSI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 225 hp 168 kW | 195 hp 145 kW | 177 hp 132 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.5 s | 7.1 s | 7.6 s | 8.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,020 km 634 mi | 1,020 km 634 mi | 1,020 km 634 mi | 1,020 km 634 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 2) 195 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 1) 177 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 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
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 35 TFSI (Stage 2) 195 hp
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