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A3 Sportback

150 hp, 8,1 s 0-100 : among the 18 compacts 2024–2028, the A3 Sportback ranks 3rd of 18 in Combined consumption, 2nd of 18 in Tank range, 8th of 18 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate1,36715,000 km · UK mix · home UK £/kWhCustomise →

Power

150hp

360 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

8.1s

VMax 227 km/h

Cons.

5.3L

/100 km

Tank

50L

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Full specifications Audi A3 Sportback

Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.

Powertrain

ArchitectureUnknown
Displacement1,968 cm\u00b3
Power150 hp
Couple360 Nm
GearboxTORQUE_CONVERTER 7 rapports Automatic
TransmissionFWD

Consumption

Cons. WLTP5,3 L/100km
Tank50 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h8,1 s
VMax227 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,352 mm
Wheelbase2,618 mm
Width1,816 mm
Height1,415 mm
Boot380 L
Kerb weight1,410 kg
Cd0.28
CO₂ WLTP140 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).

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Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine

Among the 18 compacts, the A3 Sportback ranks (top 3 in segment) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle

Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

Good compromise for regular use without available charging infrastructure. 3rd of 18 in Combined consumption (5.3 L/100), 2nd of 18 in Tank range (943 km).

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: 5.3 L/100 L/100 (3rd of 18 in Combined consumption)

The A3 Sportback consumes 5.3 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Audi A3 Sedan (4.7 L/100).

Tank range: 943 km (2nd of 18 in Tank range)

On a full tank, the A3 Sportback covers 943 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 957 km.

Segment positioning

Where the A3 Sportback stands against compacts

Comparison across 18 compacts marketed between 2024–2028.

Combined consumption

3eout of 18

5.3 L/100
Min9.4 L/100 · Audi RS 3 Sportback
Max4.7 L/100 · Audi A3 Sedan

Tank range

2eout of 18

943 km
Min585 km · Audi RS 3 Sportback
Max957 km · Audi A3 Sedan

0–100 km/h

8eout of 18

8,1 s
Min10,1 s · Audi A3 Sedan
Max3,8 s · Audi RS 3 Sportback

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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.

Where does the A3 Sportback rank in its segment?#

Among the 18 compacts 2024–2028, the A3 Sportback ranks 3rd of 18 in Combined consumption (5.3 L/100, behind the Audi A3 Sedan), 2nd of 18 in Tank range (943 km, behind the Audi A3 Sedan), 8th of 18 in 0–100 km/h (8.1 s, behind the Audi RS 3 Sportback).

What is the range of the A3 Sportback?#

943 km on a full tank (5.3 L/100 on the combined cycle) — 2nd of 18 in autonomie du segment.

How much does the A3 Sportback cost to run?#

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Audi A3 Sedan instead?#

The Audi A3 Sedan leads in Combined consumption (4.7 L/100 vs 5.3 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the A3 Sportback vs Audi A3 Sedan duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?#

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.