Audi A3 vs BMW 3 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$34,800 | MSRP$43,800 |
Average price$19,180 | Average price$22,156 |
Listings2579 | Listings9564 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2022 Audi A3 is a premium compact sedan entering a new generation of production. The four-door is available in three trim levels, including the higher-performance S3 variant, with a starting price at $33,900 and going to $51,500. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard on the A3, while Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) is available on the A3 and standard on the S3. Audi has added upscale features, both standard and available, to give its entry-level compact sedan more of a premium presence. | |
Reviews SummaryBMW’s best-selling car enjoys a mid-cycle refresh for 2023. Sleeker styling, an updated driver-oriented cockpit, and loads of new technology make the new BMW 3 Series sports sedan as competitive as ever. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower201 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque221 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower201 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.9 cu ft | Cargo Space13.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3329 lbs | Curb Weight3536 lbs |
Height56.2 in | Height56.8 in |
Length176.9 in | Length185.9 in |
Width78.1 in | Width81.4 in |
Wheelbase103.5 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload860 lbs | Maximum Payload829 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,800 | $43,800 |
Average price | $19,180 | $22,156 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2022 Audi A3 is a premium compact sedan entering a new generation of production. The four-door is available in three trim levels, including the higher-performance S3 variant, with a starting price at $33,900 and going to $51,500. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard on the A3, while Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) is available on the A3 and standard on the S3. Audi has added upscale features, both standard and available, to give its entry-level compact sedan more of a premium presence. | BMW’s best-selling car enjoys a mid-cycle refresh for 2023. Sleeker styling, an updated driver-oriented cockpit, and loads of new technology make the new BMW 3 Series sports sedan as competitive as ever. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 221 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.9 cu ft | 13.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3329 lbs | 3536 lbs |
Height | 56.2 in | 56.8 in |
Length | 176.9 in | 185.9 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 81.4 in |
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 860 lbs | 829 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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