Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Tesla Model 3 | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
Electric 258 hp 317 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.2 in | -11.7 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 184.8 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 72.8 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 56.8 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 3814 lb. | -154 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.3 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.7 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 54.0 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 35.2 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -1.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 |
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 |
2017 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review |
2017 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review |