Audi A3 vs Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2022)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$895
- A3: 4 mpg better, 13 hp more.
- A-Class: $895 cheaper, 0.6 in more front legroom.
- A3 wins 6 of 11 measures.
| Measure | A3 | A-Class | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $35,895 | $35,000 | A-Class |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 188 hp | A3 |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft | About the same |
| MPG combined | 32 mpg | 28 mpg | A3 |
| Cargo, max | 10.9 cu ft | 8.6 cu ft | A3 |
| Cargo, seats up | 10.9 cu ft | 8.6 cu ft | A3 |
| Rear legroom | 35.2 in | 33.9 in | A3 |
| Front legroom | 41.2 in | 41.8 in | A-Class |
| Length | 176.9 in | 179.1 in | Not scored |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.7 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 2,866 lb to 3,329 lb | 3,285 lb | N/A |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | About the same |
| 0-60 mph | 6.6 s tested | 7.1 s tested | A3 |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| A3 Premium FWD $34,800 | A-Class A 220 FWD $33,950 | $850 |
| A-Class A 220 FWD $33,950 | A3 Premium Plus FWD $34,800 | $850 |
Cost to run
About the same over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | A3 | A-Class |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $35,895 | $35,000 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,200 | $1,371 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $7,200 | $8,229 |
| Total, 6 years | $43,095 | $43,229 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: A3 wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | A-Class | 2% |
| MPG | A3 | 13% |
| Power | A3 | 6% |
| Space | A3 | 21% |
| 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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