Volvo S40 vs Audi A3 Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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2013 Volvo S40 1.6TD DRIVe SE Lux

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2026 Audi A3 1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic
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Specs

2013 Volvo S40
1.6TD DRIVe SE Lux
2026 Audi A3
1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic
Powertrain 6-speed Manual 7-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Fuel economy, city
3.8 L/100km
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Fuel economy, motorway
2.7 L/100km
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Fuel tank volume 197 L 170 L
Engine
Fuel type
Diesel
Petrol
Power
86 kW
85 kW
Torque
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298 N-m @ 3,000 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Engine size
1,560 cc
1,498 cc
Interior
Maximum seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length 113.69 m 110.54 m
Width 44.96 m 50.39 m
Height 36.93 m 36.6 m
Wheelbase 67.06 m 66.93 m

Available Options

2013 Volvo S40
1.6TD DRIVe SE Lux
2026 Audi A3
1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic

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2013 Volvo S40
1.6TD DRIVe SE Lux
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1.5 TFSI (116ps) (MHEV) Sportback 5d S Tronic