Mercedes A class is a more dynamic driving. Audi A3 engine produces 13 HP less power than Mercedes A class, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Audi A3 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.7
5.6
Audi A3 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A3 could require 15 litres more fuel.
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A3 is 2 cm shorter than the Mercedes A class, width is practically the same , while the height of Audi A3 is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
320 litres
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Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A3 has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably better