The Comparative Analysis :
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF quattro (08 - 08) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D (08 - 10)
€ 30,000

€ 21,500

€ 30,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 21,500
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF is 13.7 inches shorter, 0.2 inches wider and 3.7 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D.
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
55.9
69.5
77
59.6
69.3
80.5
69.5 in
Width
69.3 in
77 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.5 in
55.9 in
Height
59.6 in
101.5
166.9
103.7
180.5
166.9 in
Length
180.5 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
103.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
3307 lb
Curb Weight
3395 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4343 lb

Weight Difference:
88 lb
2.59 %

General
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
8P
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel

Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
CBBB, CFGB
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
168 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
138 hp
at 4000 rpm
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
168 hp
138 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
258 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
229 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
258 lb‑ft
229 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
Performance
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
137 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
7.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
354 ft
0.000 sec

Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
62 mph
62
mph
mph
436 ft
0.000 sec

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
▶ REPLAY
19.68 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.6 lb/hp
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
19.68 lb/hp
24.6 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
Fuel Economy
42 mpg
combined
37 mpg
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
42 mpg
37 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
33 mpg
city
28 mpg
No data
highway
46 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
665 mi
Range
582 mi
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
665 mi
582 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
Environmental Impact
115.2 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
129.6 kWh
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
115.2 kWh
129.6 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
238 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
266 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Audi A3 2.0 TDI DPF
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2.0 DI-D
3
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1069 lb
Maximum Payload
948 lb
8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft







28.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft