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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs Chevrolet Volt

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

Vehicles

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2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron

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2019 Chevrolet Volt

Overview

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumChevrolet VoltLT
Selected trim1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumLT
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedelectric
Transmission6-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typeplug-in hybridplug-in hybrid
Model year20182019

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumChevrolet VoltLT
MSRP$39,500$33,520 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumChevrolet VoltLT
Combined MPG36 MPG42 MPG (best)
City MPG34 MPG43 MPG (best)
Highway MPG39 MPG42 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe83 MPGe106 MPGe (best)
Electric range16 mi53 mi (best)
240V charge time2.5 hr (best)4.5 hr
Fuel tank10.6 gal (best)8.9 gal

Performance

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumChevrolet VoltLT
Horsepower204 hp (best)149 hp
Torque258 lb-ft294 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.4 L1.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumChevrolet VoltLT
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume13.6 cu ft (best)10.6 cu ft
Curb weight3,616 lbs3,519 lbs (best)
Wheelbase103.5 in106.1 in (best)
Length169.7 in180.4 in (best)
Width71.2 in (best)
Height56.1 in56.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A3 Sportback e-tron1.4 TFSI PHEV PremiumChevrolet VoltLT
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
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 Sportback e-tronChevrolet Volt
1

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium

$39,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LT

$33,520 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Summer of Audi

$40,650 MSRP

Premier

$38,120 MSRP

3

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Plus

$42,600 MSRP

4

1.4 TFSI PHEV Premium Plus Summer of Audi

$44,150 MSRP

5

1.4 TFSI PHEV Prestige

$48,100 MSRP

Audi A3 Sportback e-tron vs Chevrolet Volt: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer