The Comparative Analysis :
Audi A3 2.0 TDI quattro (08 - 10) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec (12 - 13)
€ 30,600
€ 22,700
€ 30,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,700
ⓘ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 is 13.7 inches shorter, 0.2 inches wider and 3.7 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec.
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
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
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3307 lb
Curb Weight
3131 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
176 lb
5.32 %
General
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
8P
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
CBBB, CFGB
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
168 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
138 hp
at 6000 rpm
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
168 hp
138 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
258 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
130 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
258 lb‑ft
130 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Performance
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
137 mph
Maximum Speed
120 mph
7.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
354 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
505 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
▶ REPLAY
19.68 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.69 lb/hp
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
19.68 lb/hp
22.69 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy
42 mpg
combined
36 mpg
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
42 mpg
36 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
33 mpg
city
29 mpg
No data
highway
43 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
665 mi
Range
564 mi
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
665 mi
564 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
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).
123.1 kWh
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
115.2 kWh
123.1 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
238 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
241 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1069 lb
Maximum Payload
1058 lb
8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
28.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft
