Audi A3 vs. BMW 1 Series
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi A3 and the BMW 1 Series.
When comparing the Audi A3's and the BMW 1 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW 1 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A3's and the BMW 1 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi A3 is a better car than the BMW 1 Series.
Pricing: A used 2013 Audi A3 ranges from $5,904 to $13,940 while a used 2013 BMW 1 Series is priced between $6,995 to $22,071.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi A3’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the BMW 1 Series base engine makes 230 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. The 1 Series is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. This gives the Audi A3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW 1 Series. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Audi A3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW 1 Series has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
27270
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
31200
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
9653
Price Range:
5904 - 13940
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
22
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
100867
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12586
Price Range:
6995 - 22071
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
52
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
83434
# Good or Great Deals:
15
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 1 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi A3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW 1 Series
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.852701139620604
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.904699787609155
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Audi A3 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW 1 Series Rankings
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A3 Trim Levels
2.0 TDI Premium, 2.0 TDI Premium Plus, 2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus
BMW 1 Series Trim Levels
128i, 135i, 135is
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
230 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
266 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
19.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
39 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
108.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3219 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
169 inches
Wheelbase:
101.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3208 lbs
Width:
76.1 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
205/50R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black
Blue
Deep Sea Blue Pearl / Scuba Blue Metallic
Gray
Lava Gray Pearl Effect / Meteor Gray Pearl Effect
Red
Brilliant Red
Silver
Ice Silver Metallic / Monza Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Beige
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Blue Water Metallic / Deep Sea Blue Metallic / Le Mans Blue Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic / Space Gray Metallic
Red
Vermilion Red Metallic
Silver
Titanium Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White
Beige
Cashmere Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Luxor Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
Brown
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Savanna Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Oyster / Taupe
Brown
Terracotta
Red
Coral Red
