2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Toyota Avalon
When we compare the 2015 Audi A3's and the 2015 Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2015 Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Audi A3's and the 2015 Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Toyota Avalon is a better car than the 2015 Audi A3.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Toyota Avalon Pricing
A used 2015 Audi A3 ranges from $9,998 to $20,990 while a used 2015 Toyota Avalon is priced between $12,968 to $23,249.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Toyota Avalon Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2015 Toyota Avalon loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Toyota Avalon retains 1.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Audi A3.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Toyota Avalon Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Toyota Avalon's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Toyota Avalon being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A3 is 8.0 out of 10. For the Toyota Avalon the reliability rating is 9.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Avalon an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Audi A3’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2015 Toyota Avalon base engine makes 268 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles.This gives the 2015 Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Toyota Avalon the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Audi A3 and the 2015 Toyota Avalon have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9998 - 20990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12968 - 23249
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477327
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.884529 / 10
Reliability:
9.753589 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Toyota Avalon Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2015 Toyota Avalon Trim Levels
Limited, XLE, XLE Premium, XLE Touring, XLE Touring Sport Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3175 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
82.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
195.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17