Audi A3 vs Audi Q7

How does the Audi A3 stack up against the Audi Q7? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi A3Audi A3
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Audi Q7Audi Q7
SpecAudi A3Audi Q7
Horsepower (max)401 hp500 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.7 s4.1 s
Top speed290 km/h250 km/h
Variants32
Body styleCompact sedanLarge 7-seat SUV
Generation8Y LCI4M LCI
Production2020 – present2020 – present
Length4,541 mm5,063 mm
Width1,851 mm1,970 mm
Height1,404 mm1,741 mm
Wheelbase2,631 mm2,995 mm

Audi A3 vs Audi Q7: common questions

Is the Audi A3 or Audi Q7 faster?
The Audi A3 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.5s versus the Audi Q7's 3.9s (0-100 km/h in 3.7s vs 4.1s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi A3 or the Audi Q7?
The Audi Q7 makes more power: 500 hp (373 kW) versus 401 hp (299 kW) for the Audi A3.
Is the Audi A3 or Audi Q7 faster on top speed?
The Audi A3 has the higher top speed at 180 mph (290 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the Audi Q7.
What is the main difference between the Audi A3 and the Audi Q7?
The Audi A3 is a compact sedan, while the Audi Q7 is a large 7-seat suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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