Mercedes A class 2022 vs Audi A3 2020
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Mercedes A class is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Audi A3 has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Engines: | 1.3 - 2.0 | 1.0 - 2.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 - 421 HP | 110 - 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 - 500 NM | 200 - 360 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.9 - 9.7 seconds | 7 - 10.6 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes A class are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Audi A3. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.1 - 9.2 | 4.6 - 7.4 | |
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Mercedes A class petrol engines consumes on average 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than Audi A3. On average, Mercedes A class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 4.50 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 6 cm shorter than the Audi A3, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 425 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Audi A3 has more luggage space. Mercedes A class has 55 litres less trunk space than the Audi A3. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes A class is 0.4 metres more than that of the Audi A3, which means Mercedes A class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`029 kg | ~ 1`886 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`478 kg | ~ 1`335 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 551 kg | ~ 551 kg | |
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| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 29 800 | |
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