Audi A3 vs. BMW i3
In comparing the Audi A3 to the BMW i3, the Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW i3 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Audi A3 versus the BMW i3, the Audi A3 is a better car than the BMW i3.
Audi A3 versus BMW i3 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Audi A3 ranges from $24,801 to $33,988 while a used BMW i3 from the same model year range is priced between $27,575 to $37,991.
Audi A3 versus BMW i3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.4 out of 10 while the BMW i3's quality rating is 6.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 9 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the BMW i3 being ranked 3 out of 11 Best Luxury Electric Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A3’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the BMW i3 base engine makes 168 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The i3 is rated to deliver an average of 124 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 153 miles. The A3 uses regular unleaded, and the i3 uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW i3, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, and trunk space. The Audi A3, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi A3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$36,664 - $45,781
Used Asking Price:
$24,801 - $33,988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$27,575 - $37,991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
70.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
5.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 39Ranking
15 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 25Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
The BMW i3 is a compact electric car and was the first European EV to market in the US. BMW broke the mold when it created this fresh approach to motoring.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Ultra-green construction with low carbon footprint
- Unique styling
- Vegan interior options
- Polarizing styling
- Limited space for its price point
- Poor reliability score
- Adaptive cruise control is not standard
- Rear-wheel drive only
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Premium 40 TFSI
Trim Levels
Base, s
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):
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:
201 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp
Torque:
184 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 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):
28 / 38 / 32
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
124 / 102 / 113
Range (city/hwy):
153 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
42 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
7 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.2 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3318 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2972 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
158.3 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
155/70R19
