Audi S3 vs Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Audi S3

Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi S3

The Audi S3 blends all-weather AWD grip with brisk 310 hp performance and a 4.8 s 0–100 km/h sprint, while remaining usable as a compact five-seater. It offers good value in its segment for buyers who want everyday usability with genuine pace.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety7.2 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

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Usage fit

Family 61 / 53

City 56 / 52

Budget / value 59 / 37

Road trip 46 / 41

Performance 39 / 36

Cargo 18 / 20

Practical 49 / 36

Premium 50 / 55

Winter 66 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi S3 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi S3 Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

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Pros & cons

Audi S3

AWD traction boosts confidence in winter and wet conditions
Quick acceleration for effortless merging and passing (0–100 km/h in 4.8 s)
Efficient for its class at 7.2 L/100km combined
Good value in its segment for an AWD performance compact
Small 325 L trunk limits cargo-heavy trips
Not focused on hardcore performance driving or track use
No hybrid or EV option for maximum fuel savings
Price around 44,000 may exceed strict economy-car budgets

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 S3 if…

Best fuel economy

Audi S3 uses 7.2 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 310 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi S3

Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45

Verdict

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