The Comparative Analysis :
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI S Tronic (14 - 16) vs. Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid SKYACTIV-Drive (19 - ..)
€ 33,700

€ 30,800

€ 33,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,800
ⓘ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. Both cars are the same width, but the Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI is 8 inches shorter and 0.9 inches lower.
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
55.7
70.7
77.2
56.7
70.7
79.8
70.7 in
Width
70.7 in
77.2 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.8 in
55.7 in
Height
56.7 in
103.8
175.4
107.3
183.5
175.4 in
Length
183.5 in
103.8 in
Wheelbase
107.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
3075 lb
Curb Weight
3144 lb
4167 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4248 lb

Weight Difference:
68 lb
2.16 %

General
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
8V
Generation
BP
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
4-cylinder mild hybrid gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
DBGA, DEJA, CRLB
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
148 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
178 hp
at 6000 rpm
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
148 hp
178 hp
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
251 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
165 lb‑ft
at 3000 rpm
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
251 lb‑ft
165 lb‑ft
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
Performance
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
139 mph
Maximum Speed
134 mph
8.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
384 ft
0.000 sec

Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
390 ft
0.000 sec

Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
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20.78 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
17.66 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
20.78 lb/hp
17.66 lb/hp
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
Fuel Economy
52 mpg
combined
45 mpg
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
52 mpg
45 mpg
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
44 mpg
city
39 mpg
No data
highway
51 mpg
13.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.5 gal
690 mi
Range
610 mi
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
690 mi
610 mi
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
Environmental Impact
92.5 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).
98.5 kWh
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
92.5 kWh
98.5 kWh
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM (WLTP) 36AP-AR
190 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
229 g/mi (WLTP)
Practical Convenience
Audi A3 Sedan 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 Fastback SKYACTIV-X 2.0 M Hybrid
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1091 lb
Maximum Payload
1105 lb
12 cu ft
Trunk Volume
12.7 cu ft









No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data