News
Features
New Cars
Used Cars
Shopping Tools
Car Advice
2022 CarBuzz Awards
  1. Home
  2. Compare Cars
  3. Compare Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs BMW i3

Compare Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs BMW i3

Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Select configuration:
$39,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron For SaleAudi A3 Sportback e-tron Full ReviewAudi A3 Sportback e-tron Trims Comparison
BMW i3
2021 BMW i3
Select configuration:
$48,300
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.0
BMW i3 For SaleBMW i3 Full ReviewBMW i3 Trims Comparison

Overview

Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Plug-in Hybrid
Engine
39.5L Electric
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
2.3 gallons
Range
16 miles
Range
N/A
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
33.7 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
36.9 ft³

Photos

Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
2017-2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Rear Three-Quarter Left Side View
2017-2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Front Seats
24
More
BMW i3
2018-2021 BMW i3 Hatchback Rear View Driving
2018-2021 BMW i3 Hatchback Dashboard
50
More

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Plug-in Hybrid
39.5L Electric
Horsepower
204 hp @ 5000 rpm
170 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft
184 lb-ft
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,616 lbs
3,276 lbs
Now Buzzing
Listen To The Chevy Corvette ZR1 Idling With Alleged Twin-Turbocharged V8
Video
Listen To The Chevy Corvette ZR1 Idling With Alleged Twin-Turbocharged V8
Toyota Land Cruiser Is Getting A Gas-Powered Mini Me
Off-Road
Toyota Land Cruiser Is Getting A Gas-Powered Mini Me
Listen To Lexus' New V8-Powered Sports Car Being Hammered Around A Track
Supercars
Listen To Lexus' New V8-Powered Sports Car Being Hammered Around A Track
Genesis GV80 Coupe Revealed With 415-HP Twincharged V6
Reveal
Genesis GV80 Coupe Revealed With 415-HP Twincharged V6
Drag Racing History Made As NHRA Driver Hits 300 MPH In 1/8-Mile Run
Video
Drag Racing History Made As NHRA Driver Hits 300 MPH In 1/8-Mile Run
This 1969 Mercury Cyclone Dan Gurney Special Is A Muscle Car Legend You've Never Heard Of
Muscle Cars
This 1969 Mercury Cyclone Dan Gurney Special Is A Muscle Car Legend You've Never Heard Of

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
36 MPG
100 MPGE

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gallons
2.3 gallons

Battery Range & Charge Times

Range
16 miles
N/A
Battery Size
N/A
42.2 kWh
Charge Time
N/A
7 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V, 0.7 Hrs Charge Time @ 440V

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
169.7 in
158.3 in
Height
56.1 in
62.9 in
Max Width
70.3 in
69.9 in
Front Width
60.7 in
61.9 in
Rear Width
59.6 in
61.3 in
Wheelbase
103.5 in
101.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
40.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
39.6 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.8 in
53.6 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.4 in
31.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.5 in
37.2 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
52.9 in
49.2 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
13.6 ft³
15.1 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
33.7 ft³
36.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.8 ft
32.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
19" x 5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
19" x 5.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45HR17
P155/70R19
Rear Tire
P225/45HR17
P175/60R19

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Brilliant Black
  • Ibis White
Capparis White w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Cosmos Blue Metallic
  • Florett Silver Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Monsoon Gray Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Nano Gray Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
  • Cashmere Silver Metallic w/BMW i Blue Accent
  • Fluid Black w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
  • Galvanic Gold Metallic w/Frozen Grey Met Highlight
  • Imperial Blue Metallic w/Frozen Gray Accent
  • Mineral Gray Metallic w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Chestnut Brown, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Rock Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Deka Dark, Cloth Upholstery
  • Giga Brown/Carum Spice, Natural Leather/Wool Cloth Upholstery
  • Mega Carum Spice Gray, Sensatec/Cloth Upholstery
  • Tera Dark Truffle, Vernasca Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Optional
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Optional
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Optional
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Optional

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Maintenance
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Best Comparisons
BMW i3
Best Comparisons
  • Popular Tags
  • Cars
By Make
Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Automobili Pininfarina Bentley BMW Bollinger BrightDrop Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Gordon Murray Automotive Hennessey Honda Hyundai Ineos Automotive Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota VinFast Volkswagen Volvo
By Car Type
SUVs Crossovers Hybrid Cars Electric Cars Luxury Cars Trucks Sedans Coupes Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Future Cars
By Price
Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K
Back
To Top