Audi A3 Sportback vs BMW 1 Series Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Spacious rear seating Increased boot space Stunning performance from 4-cylinder turbo Skilled handling and comfortable drive Deluxe cabin and advanced tech attributes Read More
Things we don't like	--	Absence of inline-six and rear-wheel-drive Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	3	3
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--

Transmission

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

Performance

Engine Displacement	999 cc	1499 cc
Power	114 hp	134 hp
Torque	200 Nm	220 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	9.9 s	8.5 s
Top Speed	206 kmph	210 kmph
Fuel Consumption	--	20
Mileage Highway	--	23.2
Mileage City	--	16.12

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Length	4313 mm	4329 mm
Width	1966 mm	1765 mm
Height	1426 mm	1440 mm
Wheel Base	2637 mm	--
Front Tread	1543 mm	--
Rear Tread	1514 mm	--
No Of Doors	5	5
Front Headroom	1021 mm	1018 mm
Rear Headroom	955 mm	972 mm
Cargo Volume	--	360 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	52 L

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Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	--
Tyre Size	205/55 R16	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Runflat
Wheel Size	R16	R16

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Gear Type	--	Rack & Pinion

Security

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

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	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
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Optional Optional	--
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	--	Yes
Ebd	--	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	--	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Engine	1.0L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 1.0L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve	1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve DOHC 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 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	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Optional Optional	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Optional Optional	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
On Board Computer	--	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	--	Yes
DVD Player	--	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	--
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	Yes Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	No
Power Antenna	No	No
Tinted Glass	Optional Optional	--
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	--
Sun Roof	Optional Optional	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	Optional Optional	--
Adjustable Headlights	--	Yes
Moon Roof	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	--
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	--
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Optional Optional	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Control System	Yes	--
Headlamp Type	Xenon Xenon	LED LED
Leather Steering Wheel	--	Yes

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