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2026 Audi A3 1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic
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2025 BMW 1 Series 1.5 118i M Sport (LCP / Pro Pack)
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Specs

2026 Audi A3
1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic
2025 BMW 1 Series
1.5 118i M Sport (LCP / Pro Pack)
Powertrain 7-speed Automatic 6-speed Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Fuel economy, city -- --
Fuel economy, motorway -- --
Fuel tank volume 170 L 159 L
Engine
Fuel type
Petrol
Petrol
Power
85 kW
100 kW
Torque
298 N-m @ 3,000 RPM
298 N-m @ 1,250 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
3 cylinders
Engine size
1,498 cc
1,499 cc
Interior
Maximum seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length 110.54 m 109.7 m
Width 50.39 m 52.86 m
Height 36.6 m 36.42 m
Wheelbase 66.93 m 67.82 m

Available Options

2026 Audi A3
1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic
2025 BMW 1 Series
1.5 118i M Sport (LCP / Pro Pack)

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