Audi A3 vs Audi A8

How does the Audi A3 stack up against the Audi A8? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

SpecAudi A3Audi A8
Horsepower (max)401 hp563 hp
0-60 mph (fastest)3.5 s3.7 s
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.7 s3.9 s
Top speed180 mph (290 km/h)155 mph (250 km/h)
Body styleCompact sedanLuxury flagship sedan
Generation8Y LCID5 LCI
Production2020 – present2022 – present
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