Audi A3 Sportback vs BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i — full comparison

Audi A3 Sportback

Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD

vs

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

Audi A3 Sportback

Car A

Audi A3 Sportback

The Audi A3 Sportback mixes AWD assurance with efficient gasoline running and compact practicality. It’s good value in its segment for city use and small families, though not a performance or cargo standout.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety5.8 L/100kmAWD

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Car B

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

A rapid 5-seat hatchback that blends strong performance with everyday practicality and good value in its segment. Best for families who want speed and road-trip ease, less ideal for cargo-heavy or winter-focused use.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety374 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 64 / 58

City 60 / 40

Budget / value 67 / 37

Road trip 46 / 54

Performance 37 / 35

Cargo 21 / 28

Practical 53 / 39

Premium 46 / 60

Winter 66 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A3 Sportback · Orange = BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A3 Sportback BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Audi A3 Sportback

AWD traction adds confidence for winter and mixed-weather commuting.
Efficient for its class at 5.8 L/100 km combined.
Compact size with 5 seats and a usable 380 L trunk for daily family needs.
Responsive acceleration (0–100 km/h in 6.2 s) without excessive fuel use.
Limited cargo space if you often carry bulky items.
Not aimed at performance driving despite 204 hp.
Gasoline power means no electric-only driving or plug-in capability.
At about 35,000, it won’t be the cheapest compact to buy.

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Very quick acceleration (0–100 km/h in 4.4 s) from 374 hp for confident passing and merges
5-seat hatchback with a 500 L trunk suits growing families and road trips
8.1 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class given the output
At $54,900, offers good value in its segment for the performance on tap
Gasoline-only powertrain with no electric driving range
Front-wheel drive may be less appealing for buyers prioritizing AWD winter traction
500 L cargo space can feel limited for cargo-heavy use versus larger wagons or SUVs
Price remains higher than non-performance family hatchbacks

Verdict

Pick Audi A3 Sportback if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A3 Sportback uses 5.8 L/100km vs 8.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i if…

More power

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i puts out 374 hp vs 204 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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