Audi A3 vs Buick LaCrosse
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Buick LaCrosse
Overview
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Buick LaCrosse1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | 1SV |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2024 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Buick LaCrosse1SV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,800 | $29,570 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Buick LaCrosse1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 35 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 15.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Buick LaCrosse1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 194 hp |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft (best) | 187 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Buick LaCrosse1SV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.9 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 860 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,329 lbs (best) | 3,490 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 114.4 in (best) |
| Length | 176.9 in | 197.5 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.5 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 57.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Buick LaCrosse1SV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 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 pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Audi A3 | Buick LaCrosse |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $35,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1SV $29,570 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $39,400 MSRP | Preferred $33,670 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Essence $36,370 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Essence $41,070 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Premium $38,670 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Premium $43,470 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Sport Touring $39,370 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Avenir $44,870 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Avenir $47,070 MSRP |