Audi A3 2016 vs Audi S3 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Audi A3) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Audi S3) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 310 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds | |
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Audi S3 is a more dynamic driving. Audi A3 engine produces 126 HP less power than Audi S3, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Audi A3 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.4 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.46 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.39 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Audi A3 and Audi S3 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | 390 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
845 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 1`980 kg | 2`020 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`505 kg | 1`470 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 475 kg | 550 kg | |
| Audi A3 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 16 procentiem less than Audi S3. Therefore, Audi S3 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 15 800 | 45 000 | |
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