Audi A3 vs Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Audi A3

Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A3

The Audi A3 petrol AWD blends efficient commuting with small‑family practicality and confident all‑weather traction. It’s a good value choice in the compact segment if you want brisk acceleration without sacrificing day‑to‑day usability.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety5.5 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

The Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45 is a compact, five-seat performance car that delivers 421 hp and a 3.9 s 0–100 km/h sprint while remaining usable with a 370 L trunk. It offers good value in its segment, though its FWD layout and modest cargo flexibility may limit winter and cargo-heavy use.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety421 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 63 / 53

City 60 / 52

Budget / value 66 / 37

Road trip 46 / 41

Performance 33 / 36

Cargo 21 / 20

Practical 52 / 36

Premium 45 / 55

Winter 66 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A3 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A3 Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

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Pros & cons

Audi A3

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, easing daily running costs
AWD traction adds confidence for winter and mixed conditions
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 5.8 s for effortless merging and passing
Five seats and a 380 L trunk fit small‑family needs
380 L cargo space may be tight for cargo‑heavy lifestyles
Performance driving enthusiasts may want more than the 150 hp setup offers
Petrol only, with no electric driving range
Seats five; not suitable if you need a third row

Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Explosive acceleration (0–100 km/h in 3.9 s).
Five seats and a 370 L trunk support daily use.
Efficient for its class at 8.2 L/100 km.
Good value in its segment for a 421 hp compact.
FWD may limit traction in harsh winter conditions.
370 L cargo space is modest for cargo-heavy needs.
8.2 L/100 km is higher than economy-focused compacts.
Price around 55,000 can stretch tighter budgets.

Verdict

Pick Audi A3 if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A3 uses 5.5 L/100km vs 8.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45 puts out 421 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A3

Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Verdict

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