Audi S3 Sportback vs BMW 1 Series Comparison

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Things we like	Comprehensive interior pack Active headlights  Butter smooth steering wheel  Read More	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	No rear armrest Cramped rear Optional Active cruise  Read More	Absence of inline-six and rear-wheel-drive Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	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

Performance

Engine Displacement	1984 cc	1499 cc
Power	286 hp	134 hp
Torque	380 Nm	220 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	210 kmph
Acceleration	4.8 s	8.5 s
Fuel Consumption	--	20
Mileage Highway	--	23.2
Mileage City	--	16.12

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Length	4322 mm	4329 mm
Width	1966 mm	1765 mm
Height	1404 mm	1440 mm
Wheel Base	2631 mm	--
Front Tread	1535 mm	--
Rear Tread	1511 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	18 Inch	--
Tyre Size	225/40 R18	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Runflat
Wheel Size	R18	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 Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	--	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Rear	No	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	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	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	--	Yes
Ebd	--	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Engine	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 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	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	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	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
On Board Computer	--	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
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
Adjustable Headlights	--	Yes
Moon Roof	--	No

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Miscellaneous

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

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