Audi A3 engine produces 5 HP less power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Volvo V40. Despite less power, Audi A3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
3.6
Fuel tank capacity:
50 litres
62 litres
940 km with real consumption
1240 km with real consumption
Dimensions
Length:
4.31 m
4.37 m
Width:
1.79 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A3 is 6 cm shorter than the Volvo V40, 2 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
380 litres
335 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1220 litres
no data
Audi A3 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Audi A3 has 45 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40. The Volvo V40 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter:
10.9 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A3 is 0.3 metres less than that of the Volvo V40.
Gross weight (kg):
1`765
1`890
Safety:
Volvo V40 scores higher in safety tests, butAudi A3 is better rated in child safety tests. The Volvo V40 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Audi A3 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo V40 has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Audi A3, so Audi A3 quality is probably better
