The Comparative Analysis :
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic F Automatic (Autogas) (08 - 11) vs. Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF S tronic DSG (06 - 08)
€ 21,200

€ 25,400

€ 21,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,400
ⓘ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 Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic is 5.1 inches longer, an inch narrower and 2 inches taller than the Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF.
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
58.1
68.5
77.4
56
69.5
78.5
68.5 in
Width
69.5 in
77.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.5 in
58.1 in
Height
56 in
103.1
173.8
101.5
168.7
173.8 in
Length
168.7 in
103.1 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
2965 lb
Curb Weight
3164 lb
3924 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4233 lb

Weight Difference:
198 lb
6.26 %

General
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
GH
Generation
8P
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

4-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
4-cylinder boxer engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
EL15
Engine Code
BJB, BKC, BXE, BLS
4
Valves
2
4
Cylinders
4
1.5 L / 73 cu in
Displacement
1.9 L / 93 cu in
106 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4000 rpm
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
106 hp
104 hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
105 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1900 rpm
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
105 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Performance
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
104 mph
Maximum Speed
116 mph
14.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
653 ft
0.000 sec

Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
62 mph
62
mph
mph
518 ft
0.000 sec

Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
▶ REPLAY
27.97 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
30.42 lb/hp
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
27.97 lb/hp
30.42 lb/hp
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
42 mpg
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
22 mpg
42 mpg
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
17 mpg
city
32 mpg
26 mpg
highway
No data
11.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
242 mi
Range
610 mi
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
242 mi
610 mi
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Environmental Impact
159.2 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).
115.2 kWh
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
159.2 kWh
115.2 kWh
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
Euro 4 / Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
274 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
238 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Subaru Impreza 1.5R ecomatic
Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI DPF
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
959 lb
Maximum Payload
1069 lb
8.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.5 cu ft









34.4 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
31.1 cu ft