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Audi A3 Quattro vs Ford C-Max

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Audi A3 Quattro

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2018 Ford C-Max

Overview

SpecAudi A3 QuattroPremiumFord C-MaxSE
Selected trimPremiumSE
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridhybrid
Model year20262018

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A3 QuattroPremiumFord C-MaxSE
MSRP$40,100$24,120 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A3 QuattroPremiumFord C-MaxSE
Combined MPG28 MPG40 MPG (best)
City MPG24 MPG42 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG38 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (best)13.5 gal

Performance

SpecAudi A3 QuattroPremiumFord C-MaxSE
Horsepower201 hp (best)188 hp
Torque236 lb-ft (best)129 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A3 QuattroPremiumFord C-MaxSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume8.3 cu ft52.6 cu ft (best)
Payload860 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,417 lbs (best)3,640 lbs
Wheelbase103.7 in104.3 in (best)
Length177.3 in (best)173.6 in
Width71.5 in72 in (best)
Height56.2 in63.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A3 QuattroPremiumFord C-MaxSE
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi A3 QuattroFord C-Max
1

Premium

$40,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$24,120 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$43,000 MSRP

Titanium

$27,175 MSRP

Audi A3 Quattro vs Ford C-Max: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer