The Comparative Analysis :
Audi A3 3.2 quattro S tronic DSG (05 - 08) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI CVT-Automatic (08 - 10)
€ 34,900
€ 22,300
€ 34,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,300
ⓘ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 MPI.
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
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 MPI
3527 lb
Curb Weight
3219 lb
4597 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
309 lb
8.76 %
General
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
8P
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Engine
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
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
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
Audi A3 3.2
247 hp
141 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
236 lb‑ft
at 2500 rpm
Max. Torque
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
Audi A3 3.2
236 lb‑ft
131 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Performance
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
155 mph
Maximum Speed
114 mph
6.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
292 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 3.2
62 mph
62
mph
mph
535 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
▶ REPLAY
14.28 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.83 lb/hp
Audi A3 3.2
14.28 lb/hp
22.83 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
29 mpg
Audi A3 3.2
25 mpg
29 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
18 mpg
city
21 mpg
No data
highway
38 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
396 mi
Range
459 mi
Audi A3 3.2
396 mi
459 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
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).
151.6 kWh
Audi A3 3.2
178.2 kWh
151.6 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
360 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
307 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Audi A3 3.2
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
3
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1069 lb
Maximum Payload
970 lb
8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
28.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft
