2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 INFINITI Q50
When we compare the 2020 Audi A3's and the 2020 INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the 2020 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 2020 INFINITI Q50 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Audi A3's and the 2020 INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A3 is a better car than the 2020 INFINITI Q50.
2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 INFINITI Q50 Pricing
A used 2020 Audi A3 ranges from $22,669 to $31,930 while a used 2020 INFINITI Q50 is priced between $23,497 to $37,999.
2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 INFINITI Q50 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2020 INFINITI Q50 loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Audi A3 retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 INFINITI Q50.
2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 INFINITI Q50 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.7 out of 10 while the INFINITI Q50's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the INFINITI Q50 being ranked 21 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Audi A3 is ranked 8 and the INFINITI Q50 is ranked 19.
2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 INFINITI Q50 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A3 is 8.0 out of 10. For the INFINITI Q50 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Audi A3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the INFINITI Q50.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Audi A3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2020 INFINITI Q50 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles.This gives the 2020 Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 INFINITI Q50 the advantage in maximum range. The A3 uses regular unleaded, and the Q50 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2020 INFINITI Q50 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 2020 Audi A3 and 2020 INFINITI Q50 are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Audi A3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22669 - 31930
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23497 - 37999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518088
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
INFINITI Q50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
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 / 36INFINITI Q50 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI
2020 INFINITI Q50 Trim Levels
3.0T Luxe, 3.0T Pure, 3.0T Sport, Edition 30, Red Sport 400
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 / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 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):
27 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 580 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
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:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.5 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:
3685 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
189.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17