Audi A3 vs BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Distinctive looks Interior cabin space Driving dynamics Read More
Things we don't like	--	No changes in cabin layout over 3 Series sedan Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	370 L	520 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	55 L	60 L
Length	4237 mm	4824 mm
Width	1778 mm	2047 mm
Height	1420 mm	1508 mm
Wheel Base	2601 mm	2920 mm
Ground Clearance	109 mm	165 mm
Turning Radius	5.5 m	5.9 m
No Of Doors	3	4
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Front Headroom	--	1048 mm
Rear Headroom	--	974 mm
Front Tread	--	1541 mm
Rear Tread	--	1586 mm
Kerb Weight	--	1735 kg
Gross Weight	--	2230 kg

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Engine Details

Engine	1.8 L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	--
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	High Precesion Direct Injection
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Compression Ratio	--	10.0:1
Emission Control System	--	Selective Catalytic Reduction
Emission Norm Compliance	--	Euro 5

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Performance

Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline
Engine Displacement	1798 cc	1997 cc
Power	178 hp	245 hp
Torque	250 Nm	350 Nm
Acceleration	7.3 s	6.2 s
Top Speed	232 kmph	247 kmph
Mileage City	20 Kmpl	11.1 Kmpl
Mileage Highway	25 Kmpl	17.5 Kmpl

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Steering

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

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension	--	Adaptive Suspension
Rear Suspension	--	Adaptive Suspension

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	6-Speed	8-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	AWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	--	Optional

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	17 Inch
Wheel Size	R17	R17
Tyre Size	--	225/50 R17
Tyre Type	--	Radial

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Safety

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

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Drive Mode	Comfort, Dynamic Comfort, Dynamic	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	No	Optional Optional
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Optional Optional
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	--	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	--	Optional Optional
Keyless Entry	--	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Optional Optional

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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size	7 Inch 7 Inch	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	No	Optional Optional
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	--	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	--	Yes
Voice Control	--	Yes
Touch Screen	--	Yes

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes

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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Optional Optional
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Optional Optional
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	--	Optional Optional
Heated Seats - Front	--	Optional Optional
Heated Seats - Rear	--	Optional Optional
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Optional Optional

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	No	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Optional Optional
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	Xenon Xenon
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Optional Optional
Roof Carrier	No	No
Roof Rail	No	No
Sun Roof	No	Optional Optional
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	Yes	Optional Optional
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Outside Temperature Display

Yes

Yes