2024 Audi
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2023 Nissan
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| MPG - City | 27 - 29 MPG | 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 34 - 37 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 300 hp |
| Exterior Length | 176.9 in | 192.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.5 in | 73.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.2 in |
Front 45.0 in
Rear 34.2 in |
| Head Room |
Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in |
Front 38.9 - 39.4 in
Rear 35.8 - 36.7 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.
Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi A3 than the Nissan Maxima.
The Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima, 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). Based on MSRP, the Audi A3 is clearly a better financial choice over the Nissan Maxima.
Dimensions
Since the Audi A3 is much slimmer than the Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A3 is significantly less powerful than the Nissan Maxima. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.
Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Audi A3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Nissan Maxima.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A3 and the Nissan Maxima.