AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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40 TFSI (Stage 2)
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40 TFSI (Stage 1)
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y)
40 TFSI
Comparison overview
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AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.4 s
- Fastest top speed279 km/h173 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,465 kg3,230 lb
- Best power-to-weight195 hp/t145 kW/t5.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range743 km462 mi
- Largest trunk390 L
- Best overall score70/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best economy score87/100
- Best practicality score71/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+95 hp | 247hp184kW+57 hp | 224hp167kW+34 hp | 190hp142kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,465kg3,230lb | 1,465kg3,230lb | 1,465kg3,230lb | 1,465kg3,230lb |
| Gross weight | 2,005kg4,420lb | 2,005kg4,420lb | 2,005kg4,420lb | 2,005kg4,420lb |
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 55.6s99% target: 276 km/h / 172 mph-12.0 s Calculated | 59.7s99% target: 264 km/h / 164 mph-7.8 s Calculated | 62.7s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph-4.9 s Calculated | 67.6s99% target: 246 km/h / 153 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4s-1.6 s | 5.9s-1.1 s | 6.3s-0.7 s | 7.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 15.4s-7.9 s Calculated | 17.7s-5.5 s Calculated | 19.5s-3.7 s Calculated | 23.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.2s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.0s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.3s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 195hp/t145kW/t88hp/1000 lb Calculated | 169hp/t126kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 153hp/t114kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated | 130hp/t97kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 339Nm/t227lb-ft/ton Calculated | 295Nm/t197lb-ft/ton Calculated | 266Nm/t178lb-ft/ton Calculated | 218Nm/t146lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 743km462mi Calculated | 743km462mi Calculated | 743km462mi Calculated | 743km462mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu 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 | 390L | 390L | 390L | 390L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 247 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 1) 224 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI 190 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,100 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,100 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,100 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,100 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 15.4 s | 17.7 s | 19.5 s | 23.2 s |
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.9 s | 9.3 s | 9.5 s | 9.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.3 s | 11.8 s | 12.1 s | 12.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.3 s | 13.8 s | 14.2 s | 14.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 185 km/h 115 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph | 171 km/h 107 mph | 163 km/h 101 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 247 hp 184 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 224 hp 167 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW |
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 285 hp has 95 hp more than AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI 190 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI 190 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 285 hp: 95 hp (71 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 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)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 260 km/h 162 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 248 km/h 154 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 5.4 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 5.9 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 6.3 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 7.0 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 285 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI 190 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 247 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 1) 224 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 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 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 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 195 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 743 km 462 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 743 km 462 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 743 km 462 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 743 km 462 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)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 5.4 s | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 247 hp 184 kW | 5.9 s | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 224 hp 167 kW | 6.3 s | 260 km/h 162 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW | 7.0 s | 248 km/h 154 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)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (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 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.0 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)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | 195 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 2)247 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI (Stage 1)224 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)40 TFSI190 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 247 hp 184 kW | 224 hp 167 kW | 190 hp 142 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 743 km 462 mi | 743 km 462 mi | 743 km 462 mi | 743 km 462 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 195 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 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) 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 285 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 247 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 1) 224 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI 190 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 38 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 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
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 247 hp
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