2025 Audi A3 vs. 2025 Honda Civic Review

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2025 Audi
A3

MSRP*: $38,200
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2025 Honda
Civic

MSRP*: $24,250 to $26,250
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MPG - City 24 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 MPG 39 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 150-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 150 hp
Exterior Length 176.9 in 184.8 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Civic than the Audi A3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Honda Civic will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Audi A3.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A3 as you will with the Honda Civic, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi A3 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Honda Civic, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Audi A3 is about the same width as the Honda Civic. The Audi A3 is slightly shorter than the Honda Civic, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi A3 has about the same turning radius as the Honda Civic, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A3 has a much more powerful engine than the Honda Civic. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi A3 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Honda Civic.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A3 and the Honda Civic.