The Comparative Analysis :
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI S tronic (13 - 14) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI CVT-Automatic (08 - 10)
€ 25,600
€ 22,300
€ 25,600
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 Sportback 1.4 TFSI is 10.8 inches shorter, an inch wider and 3.7 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI.
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
55.9
70.3
77.4
59.6
69.3
80.5
70.3 in
Width
69.3 in
77.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.5 in
55.9 in
Height
59.6 in
103.8
169.7
103.7
180.5
169.7 in
Length
180.5 in
103.8 in
Wheelbase
103.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
2866 lb
Curb Weight
3219 lb
3935 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
353 lb
10.97 %
General
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
8V
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Engine
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
CMBA, CXSA
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
120 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
120 hp
141 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
148 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Max. Torque
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
148 lb‑ft
131 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Performance
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
126 mph
Maximum Speed
114 mph
9.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
423 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
535 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
▶ REPLAY
23.88 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.83 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
23.88 lb/hp
22.83 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Fuel Economy
47 mpg
combined
29 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
47 mpg
29 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
39 mpg
city
21 mpg
No data
highway
38 mpg
13.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
621 mi
Range
459 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
621 mi
459 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Environmental Impact
94.8 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 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
94.8 kWh
151.6 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
187 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
307 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1069 lb
Maximum Payload
970 lb
10.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
34.5 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft
