Audi A3 vs BYD Yangwang U7

How does the Audi A3 stack up against the BYD Yangwang U7? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi A3Audi A3
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BYD Yangwang U7BYD Yangwang U7
SpecAudi A3BYD Yangwang U7
Horsepower (max)401 hp1,555 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.7 s2.9 s
Top speed290 km/h270 km/h
Variants32
Body styleCompact sedanLuxury performance sedan
Generation8Y LCIYangwang U7 (EV + PHEV)
Production2020 – present2025 – present
Length4,541 mm5,265 mm
Width1,851 mm1,998 mm
Height1,404 mm1,517 mm
Wheelbase2,631 mm3,160 mm

Audi A3 vs BYD Yangwang U7: common questions

Is the Audi A3 or BYD Yangwang U7 faster?
The BYD Yangwang U7 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.8s versus the Audi A3's 3.5s (0-100 km/h in 2.9s vs 3.7s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi A3 or the BYD Yangwang U7?
The BYD Yangwang U7 makes more power: 1,555 hp (1160 kW) versus 401 hp (299 kW) for the Audi A3.
Is the Audi A3 or BYD Yangwang U7 faster on top speed?
The Audi A3 has the higher top speed at 180 mph (290 km/h), versus 168 mph (270 km/h) for the BYD Yangwang U7.
What is the main difference between the Audi A3 and the BYD Yangwang U7?
The Audi A3 is a compact sedan, while the BYD Yangwang U7 is a luxury performance sedan. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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