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Audi A8 L vs. Audi A3

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi A8 L and Audi A3 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 A8 L and the Audi A3.

When comparing the Audi A8 L's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi A8 L's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the Audi A3 is a better car than the Audi A8 L.

Pricing: For a new model, the Audi A8 L's price is between $95,668 and $107,666, with the Audi A3 priced between $38,595 and $46,743.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A8 L loses 59.6 percent of its value and the Audi A3 loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the Audi A3 retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A8 L.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A8 L is 7.5 out of 10 while the Audi A3's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi A8 L being ranked 8 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Audi A3 being ranked 9 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A8 L is 8.2 out of 10. For the Audi A3 the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Audi A8 L an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A3.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi A8 L’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Audi A3 base engine makes 201 horsepower. The A8 L is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 608 miles. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles.This gives the Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi A8 L the advantage in maximum range. The A8 L uses premium unleaded, and the A3 uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Audi A8 L, a large 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, rear leg room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: The Audi A3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$95,668 - $107,666

Starting MSRP:

$90,900

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$103,524

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$72,000 - $139,000

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$38,595 - $46,743

Starting MSRP:

$35,800

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

$48,375

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

$31,800 - $79,900

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$117,939

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$86,308 - $151,025

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$39,028

Price Range:

$33,368 - $44,841

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

$52,490

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

$35,163 - $100,522

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

248

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

5,505

# Good or Great Deals:

76

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$54,841

Depreciation %:

60.3%

Resale Value $:

$36,059

Residual Value %:

39.7%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Large Cars)

55.6%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)

46.2% - 65.5%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$17,629

Depreciation %:

49.2%

Resale Value $:

$18,171

Residual Value %:

50.8%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

48.9%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

33.5% - 53.5%

Audi A8 L Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

6.8 / 10

Safety:

Not available

Audi A3 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.1 / 10

Retained Value:

7.5 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi A8 L

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

9.4

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)

10.3

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)

7.7 - 13.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

1.2%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi A3

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

11.1

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

10.6

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

8.1 - 14.3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

3.6%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.7

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)

2.8

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)

0.8 - 30.6

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.3

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

2.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)

1.2 - 14.6

Audi A8 L Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars

1 / 24

Luxury Large Cars with the Most Legroom

1 / 24

Best Luxury Large Cars Under $100k

1 / 7

Best Luxury Large Cars for the Money

4 / 8

Most Affordable Luxury Large Cars

5 / 11

Best Luxury Large Cars

8 / 24

Most Comfortable Luxury Large Cars

10 / 24

Best Luxury Large Cars for Tall People

16 / 24

Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value

18 / 24

Luxury Large Cars with the Most Horsepower

19 / 24

Audi A3 Rankings

Best Luxury Small Cars Under $40k

1 / 5

Most Affordable Luxury Small Cars

3 / 31

Best Family Luxury Small Cars

7 / 36

Luxury Small Cars with the Most Legroom

8 / 36

Best Luxury Small Cars

9 / 36

Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars

15 / 36

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

26 / 36

Most Comfortable Luxury Small Cars

31 / 36

Best Luxury Small Cars for Tall People

33 / 36

Luxury Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

35 / 36

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Audi A8 L Trim Levels

quattro 55 TFSI

Audi A3 Trim Levels

Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI

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

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

335 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.070 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

201 hp @ 4800 rpm

Torque:

221 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.061 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


19 / 28 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

412 / 608 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):


29 / 37 / 32

Range (city/hwy):

383 / 488 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Air Suspension:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Massage Seats:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Air Suspension:

N/A

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Backup camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

44.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.6 inches

Cargo Space:

12.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

111.0 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4762 lbs

Width:

83.8 inches

Height:

58.3 inches

Length:

209.5 inches

Wheelbase:

123.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

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

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 9.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

255/45R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/45R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Mythos Black Metallic

Blue

Firmament Blue Metallic / Sebring Black Crystal Effect

Green

District Green Metallic

Silver

Florett Silver Metallic

White

Glacier White Metallic

Gray

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic

Blue

Navarra Blue Metallic

Green

Not available

Silver

Florett Silver Metallic

White

Glacier White Metallic / Ibis White

Gray

Manhattan Gray Metallic

Interior Colors

Beige

Pearl Beige

Black

Black

Brown

Cognac Brown / Sarder Brown

Interior Colors

Beige

Parchment Beige w/ Steel Gray Stitching

Black

Black w/ Rock Gray Stitching

Brown

Santos Brown w/ Steel Gray Stitching

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