Audi A3 Sportback
Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Audi A3 Sportback
Car A
Audi A3 Sportback
The Audi A3 Sportback mixes AWD assurance with efficient gasoline running and compact practicality. It’s good value in its segment for city use and small families, though not a performance or cargo standout.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety5.8 L/100kmAWD
Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45
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 64 / 53
City 60 / 52
Budget / value 67 / 37
Road trip 46 / 41
Performance 37 / 36
Cargo 21 / 20
Practical 53 / 36
Premium 46 / 55
Winter 66 / 26

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A3 Sportback Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Audi A3 Sportback

  • AWD traction adds confidence for winter and mixed-weather commuting.
  • Efficient for its class at 5.8 L/100 km combined.
  • Compact size with 5 seats and a usable 380 L trunk for daily family needs.
  • Responsive acceleration (0–100 km/h in 6.2 s) without excessive fuel use.

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.

Verdict

Pick Audi A3 Sportback if…
Best fuel economy
Audi A3 Sportback uses 5.8 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 204 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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