Among the 18 compacts 2024–2028, the A3 Sportback ranks 2nd of 18 in Combined consumption (4.9 L/100, behind the Audi A3 Sedan), 4th of 18 in Tank range (918 km, behind the Audi A3 Sedan), 17th of 18 in 0–100 km/h (10.1 s, behind the Audi RS 3 Sportback).
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A3 Sportback
116 hp, 10,1 s 0-100 : among the 18 compacts 2024–2028, the A3 Sportback ranks 2nd of 18 in Combined consumption, 4th of 18 in Tank range, 17th of 18 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
116hp
300 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
10.1s
VMax 205 km/h
Cons.
4.9L
/100 km
Tank
45L
Technical identity card
Full specifications Audi A3 Sportback
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Displacement | 1,968 cm³ |
| Power | 116 hp |
| Couple | 300 Nm |
| Gearbox | Manuelle 6 rapports Manuelle |
| Transmission | Traction |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 4.9 L/100km |
| Tank | 45 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 10,1 s |
| VMax | 205 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,352 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,618 mm |
| Width | 1,816 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm |
| Boot | 380 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,355 kg |
| Cd | 0.29 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 128 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine
Among the 18 compacts, the A3 Sportback ranks (top 2 in segment) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Good compromise for regular use without available charging infrastructure. 2nd of 18 in Combined consumption (4.9 L/100), 4th of 18 in Tank range (918 km).
Less suitable for
Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Combined consumption, the Audi A3 Sedan (1st with 4.7 L/100) takes the lead. If the priority is Tank range, the Audi A3 Sedan (1st with 957 km) takes the lead.
Fuel consumption: 4.9 L/100 L/100 (2nd of 18 in Combined consumption)
The A3 Sportback consumes 4.9 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Audi A3 Sedan (4.7 L/100).
Tank range: 918 km (4th of 18 in Tank range)
On a full tank, the A3 Sportback covers 918 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 957 km.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Segment positioning
Where the A3 Sportback stands against compacts
Comparison across 18 compacts marketed between 2024–2028.
Combined consumption2e / 18
4.9 L/100
Min 9.4 L/100 · Audi RS 3 SportbackMax 4.7 L/100 · Audi A3 Sedan
Tank range4e / 18
918 km
Min 585 km · Audi RS 3 SportbackMax 957 km · Audi A3 Sedan
0–100 km/h17e / 18
10,1 s
Min 10,1 s · Audi A3 SedanMax 3,8 s · Audi RS 3 Sportback
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
116d116 hp · 0-100 10.5 s
116d116 hp · 0-100 10.3 s
116d116 hp · 0-100 10.3 s
116d116 hp · 0-100 10.3 s
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Model family
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Frequently asked questions
Audi A3 Sportback: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
918 km on a full tank (4.9 L/100 on the combined cycle) — 4th of 18 in autonomie du segment.
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Audi A3 Sedan leads in Combined consumption (4.7 L/100 vs 4.9 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the A3 Sportback vs Audi A3 Sedan duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.