AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) · Facelift 2024
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AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) · Facelift 2024 40 TFSI · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) · Facelift 2024 40 TFSI · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) · Facelift 2024 40 TFSI · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) · Facelift 2024 40 TFSI
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40 TFSI (Stage 2)
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40 TFSI (Stage 1)
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40 TFSI
Comparison overview
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AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.9 s
- Fastest top speed291 km/h181 mph
- Most powerful306 hp228 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,455 kg3,208 lb
- Best power-to-weight210 hp/t157 kW/t4.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range764 km475 mi
- Largest trunk390 L
- Best overall score73/100
- Best performance score74/100
- Best economy score87/100
- Best practicality score71/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp |
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| Power | 306hp228kW+102 hp | 265hp198kW+61 hp | 241hp180kW+37 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,455kg3,208lb | 1,455kg3,208lb | 1,455kg3,208lb | 1,455kg3,208lb |
| Gross weight | 1,985kg4,376lb | 1,985kg4,376lb | 1,985kg4,376lb | 1,985kg4,376lb |
| Top speed | 291 km/h 181 mph | 276 km/h 171 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 51.4s99% target: 288 km/h / 179 mph-12.2 s Calculated | 54.9s99% target: 273 km/h / 170 mph-8.7 s Calculated | 56.9s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-6.7 s Calculated | 63.6s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9s-1.4 s | 5.4s-1.0 s | 5.7s-0.6 s | 6.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.3s-6.3 s Calculated | 15.4s-4.3 s Calculated | 17.0s-2.6 s Calculated | 19.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7s-1.3 s Calculated | 5.1s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.7s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.2s-1.0 s Calculated | 13.6s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 210hp/t157kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 182hp/t136kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 140hp/t105kW/t64hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 341Nm/t228lb-ft/ton Calculated | 297Nm/t199lb-ft/ton Calculated | 268Nm/t180lb-ft/ton Calculated | 220Nm/t147lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 764km475mi Calculated | 764km475mi Calculated | 764km475mi Calculated | 764km475mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,504mm177in | 4,504mm177in | 4,504mm177in | 4,504mm177in |
| Width | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in |
| Height | 1,417mm56in | 1,417mm56in | 1,417mm56in | 1,417mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,635mm104in | 2,635mm104in | 2,635mm104in | 2,635mm104in |
| 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) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 265 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 1) 241 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 4,500-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 4,500-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 4,500-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 4,500-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | 5.7 s | 6.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.3 s | 15.4 s | 17.0 s | 19.6 s |
| Top speed | 291 km/h 181 mph | 276 km/h 171 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.1 s | 6.2 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.5 s | 8.9 s | 9.1 s | 9.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.8 s | 11.3 s | 11.6 s | 12.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.7 s | 13.2 s | 13.6 s | 14.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 195 km/h 121 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph | 171 km/h 106 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 hp has 102 hp more than AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI 204 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 hp: 102 hp (76 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 291 km/h 181 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 276 km/h 171 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI 204 hp: 1.4 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 265 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 1) 241 hp, separated by only 0.3 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 182 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 140 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 764 km 475 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 764 km 475 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 764 km 475 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 764 km 475 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW | 4.9 s | 291 km/h 181 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 5.4 s | 276 km/h 171 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW | 5.7 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 6.3 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 6.3 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)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | 182 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | 140 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 3)306 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 2)265 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI (Stage 1)241 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 202440 TFSI204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 306 hp 228 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | 241 hp 180 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 291 km/h 181 mph | 276 km/h 171 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 764 km 475 mi | 764 km 475 mi | 764 km 475 mi | 764 km 475 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 | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 182 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 140 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 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) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 265 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 1) 241 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.60 LC100 km | 12.60 LC100 km | 12.60 LC100 km | 12.60 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,890 LC/year | 1,890 LC/year | 1,890 LC/year | 1,890 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Has 41 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 28 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) Facelift 2024 40 TFSI (Stage 2) 265 hp
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