2019 Acura ILX vs. 2019 Audi A3
In comparing the 2019 Acura ILX's and the 2019 Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Acura ILX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2019 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Acura ILX's and the 2019 Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Acura ILX is a better car than the 2019 Audi A3.
2019 Acura ILX vs. 2019 Audi A3 Pricing
A used 2019 Acura ILX ranges from $19,590 to $27,663 while a used 2019 Audi A3 is priced between $19,998 to $28,997.
2019 Acura ILX vs. 2019 Audi A3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Acura ILX loses 48 percent of its value and the 2019 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Acura ILX retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Audi A3.
2019 Acura ILX vs. 2019 Audi A3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura ILX is 8.7 out of 10 while the Audi A3's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Acura ILX being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A3 being ranked 6 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Acura ILX is ranked 8 and the Audi A3 is ranked 6.
2019 Acura ILX vs. 2019 Audi A3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura ILX is 7.7 out of 10. For the Audi A3 the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi A3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura ILX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Acura ILX’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the 2019 Audi A3 base engine makes 184 horsepower. The ILX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. This gives the 2019 Audi A3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Acura ILX. The ILX uses premium unleaded, and the A3 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 Acura ILX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2019 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Acura ILX and the 2019 Audi A3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,590 - $27,663
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,998 - $28,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.8%
Acura ILX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura ILX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
34 out of / 36Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Acura ILX Trim Levels
Base, w/Premium, w/Premium w/A-SPEC, w/Tech, w/Tech w/A-SPEC
2019 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 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:
201 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3095 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
