Acura TL vs Audi A3
Overview | |
MSRP$33,725 | MSRP$25,930 |
Listings38 | Listings193 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryFor its final year of the current generation, the 2008 Acura TL returns with even more power and some touchups to its hot exterior. It remains one of the best values among luxury sedans, and the Type-S model turns up the heat. | |
Reviews SummaryGiving aspirational buyers on a budget a pathway to Audi ownership, the 2008 A3 is a compact 5-door hatchback available in 2.0T and 3.2 trim series. For 2008, the A3 offers new wheel designs, an iPod integration feature, and optional rear window sunshades, while the 3.2 Quattro adds standard satellite radio and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. A new Titanium Package is also available, adding a blacked-out grille, piano black interior trim, a black headliner, and larger 18-inch wheels. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.2L 258 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower258 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower200 hp @ 5100 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.2L 258 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Torque233 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque207 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower258 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower200 hp @ 5100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.5 cu ft | Cargo Space19.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3623 lbs | Curb Weight3263 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height56.0 in |
Length189.3 in | Length168.7 in |
Width72.2 in | Width78.5 in |
Wheelbase107.9 in | Wheelbase101.5 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,725 | $25,930 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | For its final year of the current generation, the 2008 Acura TL returns with even more power and some touchups to its hot exterior. It remains one of the best values among luxury sedans, and the Type-S model turns up the heat. | Giving aspirational buyers on a budget a pathway to Audi ownership, the 2008 A3 is a compact 5-door hatchback available in 2.0T and 3.2 trim series. For 2008, the A3 offers new wheel designs, an iPod integration feature, and optional rear window sunshades, while the 3.2 Quattro adds standard satellite radio and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. A new Titanium Package is also available, adding a blacked-out grille, piano black interior trim, a black headliner, and larger 18-inch wheels. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.2L 258 hp V6 | 2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 258 hp @ 6200 rpm | 200 hp @ 5100 rpm |
MPG City | 18 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.2L 258 hp V6 | 2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Torque | 233 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | 207 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 258 hp @ 6200 rpm | 200 hp @ 5100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Optional |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | Optional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Optional |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.5 cu ft | 19.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3623 lbs | 3263 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 56.0 in |
Length | 189.3 in | 168.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.5 in |
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 101.5 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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