2018 Audi A3 vs. 2018 Acura TLX
When we compare the 2018 Audi A3's and the 2018 Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2018 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi A3's and the 2018 Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi A3 is a better car than the 2018 Acura TLX.
2018 Audi A3 vs. 2018 Acura TLX Pricing
A used 2018 Audi A3 ranges from $16,973 to $26,993 while a used 2018 Acura TLX is priced between $18,983 to $30,991.
2018 Audi A3 vs. 2018 Acura TLX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2018 Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Audi A3 retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Acura TLX.
2018 Audi A3 vs. 2018 Acura TLX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Acura TLX's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2018 Audi A3 vs. 2018 Acura TLX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A3 is 8.0 out of 10. For the Acura TLX the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Audi A3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Audi A3’s base engine makes 186 horsepower, and the 2018 Acura TLX base engine makes 206 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 568 miles.This gives the 2018 Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Acura TLX the advantage in maximum range. The A3 uses regular unleaded, and the TLX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2018 Audi A3, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Audi A3 and the 2018 Acura TLX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16973 - 26993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18983 - 30991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.511408
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 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 / 36Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2018 Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD V6, SH-AWD V6 w/Advance, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, V6, V6 w/Advance, V6 w/Tech, V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, w/Tech
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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:
186 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
206 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
182 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 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):
396 / 568 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
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:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3197 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17