Audi A3 Sedan vs Kia Optima Comparison

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Things we like	--	Sharp pricing Powerful 2.0L turbo engine  Standard kit Read More
Things we don't like	--	Bumpy GT ride Thirsty engine  Stiff suspension Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
Compression Ratio	--	11.3:1

Transmission

Gear Box	7-Speed	6- Speed
Transmission Type	Dual Clutch	Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	--

Performance

Engine Displacement	1395 cc	2358 cc
Power	147 hp	185 hp
Torque	250 Nm	241 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	8.2 s	--
Top Speed	224 kmph	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Length	4458 mm	4855 mm
Width	1960 mm	1860 mm
Height	1416 mm	1465 mm
Wheel Base	2637 mm	2805 mm
Front Tread	1555 mm	--
Rear Tread	1526 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Front Headroom	1006 mm	--
Rear Headroom	924 mm	--
Cargo Volume	--	450 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	70 L
Ground Clearance	--	135 mm
Kerb Weight	--	1585 kg
Gross Weight	--	2060 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	--	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	--	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	225/45 R17	215/55 R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R17

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Gear Type	--	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	--	5.5 m

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	No
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	--	Yes
Anti Theft Device	--	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	--	Yes

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	No	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	No
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	--	Yes
Ebd	--	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Engine	1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	No
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	No
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Optional Optional	No
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
On Board Computer	--	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	No
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	--	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Yes
Trunk Light	--	No
Keyless Entry	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	No
DVD Player	No	Yes
Speakers Front	Optional Optional	Yes
Speakers Rear	Optional Optional	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	--	Yes

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Exterior

Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Tinted Glass	Optional Optional	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Adjustable Headlights	--	Yes
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	--	No
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Rear Spoiler	--	No
Sun Roof	--	No
Moon Roof	--	No
Chrome Grille	--	Yes
Chrome Garnish	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes
Front Brake Type	--	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	--	Discs Discs

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	No
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Control System	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Xenon Xenon	Dual projector Dual projector
Electric Adjustable Seats	--	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	--	Yes
Emission Norm Compliance	--	Euro 5 Euro 5

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