2024 Audi A3 vs. 2024 Kia K5 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi A3

2024 Audi
A3

MSRP*: $35,800 to $37,800
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Picture of the 2024 Kia K5

2024 Kia
K5

MSRP*: $25,590 to $31,990
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MPG - City 27 - 29 MPG 24 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 37 MPG 32 - 37 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)
  • 180-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 290-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 180 - 290 hp
Exterior Length 176.9 in 193.1 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 46.1 in
Rear 35.2 in
Head Room Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 38.4 - 40.2 in
Rear 37.4 - 37.8 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 feel a little more squished in the Audi A3 than in the Kia K5, due to the Audi A3's smaller rear head- and legroom. The Kia K5 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 Kia K5, 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 is somewhat more expensive than the Kia K5.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A3 is much slimmer than the Kia K5, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi A3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Kia K5.

Handling
The Audi A3 has about the same turning radius as the Kia K5, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A3 is somewhat more powerful than the Kia K5.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Audi A3 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Kia K5.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A3 and the Kia K5.