| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
| Model | Acura RLX | Audi A3 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 272 lb-ft@4500 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 101.5 in | 10.7 in |
| Length | 196.1 in | 168.7 in | 27.4 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 69.5 in | 4.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 56.0 in | 1.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3933 lb. | 3660 lb. | 273 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 54.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 52.8 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 34.8 in | 4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -39.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Acura RLX.
| 2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |