Audi S3 vs BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Audi S3

Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi S3

The Audi S3 blends all-weather AWD grip with brisk 310 hp performance and a 4.8 s 0–100 km/h sprint, while remaining usable as a compact five-seater. It offers good value in its segment for buyers who want everyday usability with genuine pace.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety7.2 L/100kmAWD

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 more powercomparison picksame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seats

Usage fit

Family 61 / 58

City 56 / 40

Budget / value 59 / 37

Road trip 46 / 54

Performance 39 / 35

Cargo 18 / 28

Practical 49 / 39

Premium 50 / 60

Winter 66 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi S3 · Orange = BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi S3 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

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Pros & cons

Audi S3

AWD traction boosts confidence in winter and wet conditions
Quick acceleration for effortless merging and passing (0–100 km/h in 4.8 s)
Efficient for its class at 7.2 L/100km combined
Good value in its segment for an AWD performance compact
Small 325 L trunk limits cargo-heavy trips
Not focused on hardcore performance driving or track use
No hybrid or EV option for maximum fuel savings
Price around 44,000 may exceed strict economy-car budgets

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 S3 if…

Best fuel economy

Audi S3 uses 7.2 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 310 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi S3

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Verdict

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