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 | 2,578 mm | 2,875 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,285 mm | 4,694 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,422 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,660 kg | 1,730 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 0 L | 57 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 968 mm | 1,006 mm | 967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 958 mm | -21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 894 mm | -10 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 425 L | -54 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,546 L | 15.0 | -14 L |
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 |