Audi A3
Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD
vs
BMW 225e Active Tourer
Hatchback · Hybrid · FWD
Audi A3
Car A
Audi A3
The Audi A3 petrol AWD blends efficient commuting with small‑family practicality and confident all‑weather traction. It’s a good value choice in the compact segment if you want brisk acceleration without sacrificing day‑to‑day usability.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safetyAWD
BMW 225e Active Tourer
Car B
BMW 225e Active Tourer
The BMW 225e Active Tourer is a hybrid 5-seat hatchback tailored to city use, pairing a 57 km electric-only range with very low 1.6 combined consumption. It adds brisk 0-100 km/h in 6.6 s and a practical 405-liter trunk, making it a balanced family compact with good value in its segment.
5 seatsHatchbackHybrid5-star safety1.6 L/100km220 hpHybrid
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Usage fit

Family 63 / 55
City 60 / 64
Budget / value 66 / 53
Road trip 46 / 42
Performance 33 / 23
Cargo 21 / 22
Practical 52 / 43
Premium 45 / 47
Winter 66 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A3 · Orange = BMW 225e Active Tourer

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A3 BMW 225e Active Tourer
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Pros & cons

Audi A3

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, easing daily running costs
  • AWD traction adds confidence for winter and mixed conditions
  • Brisk 0–100 km/h in 5.8 s for effortless merging and passing
  • Five seats and a 380 L trunk fit small‑family needs

BMW 225e Active Tourer

  • Efficient for city commutes with 57 km electric-only range and 1.6 combined consumption
  • Quick acceleration (0-100 km/h in 6.6 s) for confident merging and overtakes
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a 405-liter trunk for everyday family errands
  • Price of 38000 offers good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Audi A3 if…
Lower entry price
Audi A3 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick BMW 225e Active Tourer if…
More power
BMW 225e Active Tourer puts out 220 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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