2024 Audi A3 vs. 2024 Audi A4 Review

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2024 Audi
A3

MSRP*: $35,800 to $37,800
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2024 Audi
A4

MSRP*: $41,900 to $44,100
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MPG - City 27 - 29 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 37 MPG 32 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 201 - 261 hp
Exterior Length 176.9 in 187.5 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 72.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.7 in
Head Room Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 37.3 in
Rear 37.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will feel a little more squished in the Audi A3 than in the Audi A4, due to the Audi A3's smaller rear head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A3 and the Audi A4 in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A3 as you will with the Audi A4, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi A3 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Audi A4.

Dimensions
The Audi A3 is a little narrower than the Audi A4, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Audi A3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Audi A4.

Handling
The Audi A3 has a smaller turning radius than the Audi A4, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Audi A3 and the Audi A4.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Audi A3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Audi A4.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A3 and the Audi A4.