BMW 1 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 1 series engine produces 74 HP more power than Audi A3, whereas torque is 110 NM more than Audi A3. Thanks to more power BMW 1 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
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Fuel tank capacity:
52 litres
50 litres
810 km with real consumption
720 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A3) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 1 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.
Dimensions
Length:
4.33 m
4.31 m
Width:
1.77 m
1.79 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.46 m
BMW 1 series is 2 cm longer than the Audi A3, 2 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 1 series is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
360 litres
380 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1200 litres
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Despite its longer length, BMW 1 series has 20 litres less trunk space than the Audi A3. This could mean that the BMW 1 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Audi A3 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 1 series has serious deffects in 180 percent more cases than Audi A3, so Audi A3 quality is probably significantly better
