The Comparative Analysis :
Audi A3 3.2 quattro S tronic DSG (05 - 08) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec (10 - 15)
€ 34,900
€ 24,000
€ 34,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 24,000
ⓘ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 3.2 is 14.6 inches shorter, 0.2 inches wider and 3.7 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec.
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ 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
165.9
103.7
180.5
165.9 in
Length
180.5 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
103.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
3527 lb
Curb Weight
3395 lb
4597 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4343 lb
Weight Difference:
132 lb
3.74 %
General
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
8P
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
BDB, BMJ, BUB
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
3.2 L / 157 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
247 hp
at 6300 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Audi A3 3.2
247 hp
148 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
236 lb‑ft
at 2500 rpm
Max. Torque
221 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Audi A3 3.2
236 lb‑ft
221 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Performance
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
155 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
6.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
292 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 3.2
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
▶ REPLAY
14.28 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.94 lb/hp
Audi A3 3.2
14.28 lb/hp
22.94 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
46 mpg
Audi A3 3.2
25 mpg
46 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
18 mpg
city
37 mpg
No data
highway
51 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
396 mi
Range
719 mi
Audi A3 3.2
396 mi
719 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Environmental Impact
178.2 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).
104.9 kWh
Audi A3 3.2
178.2 kWh
104.9 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
360 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
220 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
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
