Audi A3 vs BMW 3 Series Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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Specs

2026 Audi A3
1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic
2025 BMW 3 Series
2.0 320i M Sport (181bhp) (Pro Pack) Saloon 4d
Powertrain 7-speed Automatic 8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
Fuel economy, city -- --
Fuel economy, motorway -- --
Fuel tank volume 170 L 223 L
Engine
Fuel type
Petrol
Petrol
Power
85 kW
135 kW
Torque
298 N-m @ 3,000 RPM
366 N-m @ 4,600 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Engine size
1,498 cc
1,998 cc
Interior
Maximum seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length 110.54 m 119.71 m
Width 50.39 m 52.53 m
Height 36.6 m 36.58 m
Wheelbase 66.93 m 72.42 m

Available Options

2026 Audi A3
1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic
2025 BMW 3 Series
2.0 320i M Sport (181bhp) (Pro Pack) Saloon 4d

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