Audi A3 vs Chrysler 300 (2023)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$1,245
- A3: $1,245 cheaper, 9 mpg better.
- Chrysler 300: 91 hp more, 5.4 cu ft more cargo.
- Chrysler 300 wins 7 of 11 measures.
| Measure | A3 | Chrysler 300 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $36,495 | $37,740 | A3 |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 292 hp | Chrysler 300 |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | Chrysler 300 |
| MPG combined | 32 mpg | 23 mpg | A3 |
| Cargo, max | 10.9 cu ft | 16.3 cu ft | Chrysler 300 |
| Cargo, seats up | 10.9 cu ft | 16.3 cu ft | Chrysler 300 |
| Rear legroom | 35.2 in | 40.1 in | Chrysler 300 |
| Front legroom | 41.2 in | 41.8 in | Chrysler 300 |
| Length | 176.9 in | 198.6 in | Not scored |
| Width | 71.5 in | 75.0 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 2,866 lb to 3,329 lb | 4,013 lb | N/A |
| Towing | N/A | 1,000 lb | N/A |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | About the same |
| Ground clearance | N/A | 4.7 in | N/A |
| 0-60 mph | 6.6 s tested | 6.2 s estimate | Chrysler 300 |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | A3 |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| A3 Premium FWD $35,400 | Chrysler 300 Touring RWD $36,145 | $745 |
| Chrysler 300 Touring RWD $36,145 | A3 Premium Plus FWD $35,400 | $745 |
Cost to run
A3 costs $4,062 less over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | A3 | Chrysler 300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $36,495 | $37,740 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,200 | $1,670 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $7,200 | $10,017 |
| Total, 6 years | $43,695 | $47,757 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: Chrysler 300 wins.
A3 wins if Space weight is 0 or less.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | A3 | 3% |
| MPG | A3 | 28% |
| Power | Chrysler 300 | 31% |
| Space | Chrysler 300 | 33% |
| Towing | N/A |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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