AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y) 35 TDIvsMercedes-Benz B-class (W247) B 200d
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz B-class (W247)
B 200d
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y) 35 TDI
- Quickest 0-100 km/h8.5 s
- Fastest top speed222 km/h138 mph
- Most powerful150 hp112 kW
- Highest torque340 Nm251 lb-ft
- Lightest1,395 kg3,075 lb
- Best power-to-weight108 hp/t80 kW/t9.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,064 km661 mi
- Best overall score55/100
- Best performance score46/100
- Best economy score94/100
Mercedes-Benz B-class (W247) B 200d
- Largest trunk445 L
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 150hp112kW | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 340Nm251lb-ft | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,395kg3,075lb | 1,436kg3,166lb |
| Gross weight | 1,950kg4,299lb | 2,051kg4,522lb |
| Top speed | 222 km/h 138 mph | 219 km/h 136 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 92.8s99% target: 220 km/h / 137 mph Calculated | 92.3s99% target: 217 km/h / 135 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5s | 8.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 41.4s Calculated | 44.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 8.0s Calculated | 8.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | - | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | - | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 16.2s Calculated | 16.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 108hp/t80kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated | 104hp/t78kW/t47hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 244Nm/t163lb-ft/ton Calculated | 223Nm/t149lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,064km661mi Calculated | 860km534mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,950cc119cu in |
| Length | 4,343mm171in | 4,419mm174in |
| Width | 1,816mm71in | 1,796mm71in |
| Height | 1,449mm57in | 1,562mm61in |
| Wheelbase | 2,636mm104in | 2,729mm107in |
| Front track | 1,554mm61in | 1,567mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,525mm60in | 1,547mm61in |
| Trunk volume | 380L | 445L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,200L | 1,530L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 43L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y) 35 TDI: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz B-class (W247) B 200d: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 3,250-4,200 rpm | 1,600-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | - | 1,400-3,200 rpm | 3,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 8.0 s | 8.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 8.5 s | 8.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 41.4 s | 44.4 s |
| Top speed | 222 km/h 138 mph | 219 km/h 136 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 7.0 s | 7.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 10.6 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 13.6 s | 13.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 16.2 s | 16.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 143 km/h 89 mph | 141 km/h 88 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 150 hp 112 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 150 hp 112 kW |
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 1,436 kg 3,166 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 222 km/h 138 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 219 km/h 136 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 8.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 8.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y) 35 TDI and Mercedes-Benz B-class (W247) B 200d: 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 108 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 104 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 1,064 km 661 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 860 km 534 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.5 s | 222 km/h 138 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.9 s | 219 km/h 136 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 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI |
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| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d |
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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 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y) 35 TDI 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 |
|---|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 8.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 8.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | 108 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | 104 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.6 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 Sportback (8Y)35 TDI | Mercedes-BenzB-class (W247)B 200d | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 150 hp 112 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 8.5 s | 8.9 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 222 km/h 138 mph | 219 km/h 136 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | 1,436 kg 3,166 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
| Practicality |
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| Range score | 1,064 km 661 mi | 860 km 534 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | 445 L 15.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 108 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | 104 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y) 35 TDI | Mercedes-Benz B-class (W247) B 200d |
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| Consumption | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.75 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,234 LC/year | 1,313 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 Sportback (8Y) 35 TDI
- Has 20 Nm more
- Is 41 kg lighter
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 3 km/h (2 mph) higher top speed
- Uses 0.3 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 3 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 204 km (127 mi) more estimated range
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
Cons
- Smallest trunk
Mercedes-Benz B-class (W247) B 200d
- Has 65 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Heaviest
- Lowest top speed
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