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Audi A3 vs Ford Mustang

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

Vehicles

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2026 Ford Mustang

Overview

SpecAudi A3PremiumFord MustangEcoBoost
Selected trimPremiumEcoBoost
Body styleSedanCoupe
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20242026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A3PremiumFord MustangEcoBoost
MSRP$35,800$32,320 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,990 (best)$12,875
Median listing price$29,500 (best)$34,844
Highest listing price$42,766 (best)$153,275
For sale now15180 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A3PremiumFord MustangEcoBoost
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG29 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG37 MPG (best)33 MPG
Fuel tank13.2 gal16 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A3PremiumFord MustangEcoBoost
Horsepower201 hp315 hp (best)
Torque221 lb-ft350 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.3 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A3PremiumFord MustangEcoBoost
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume10.9 cu ft13.5 cu ft (best)
Payload860 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,329 lbs (best)3,588 lbs
Wheelbase103.5 in107 in (best)
Length176.9 in189.4 in (best)
Width71.5 in75.4 in (best)
Height56.2 in (best)55 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A3PremiumFord MustangEcoBoost
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)3

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 A3Ford Mustang
1

Premium

$35,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

EcoBoost

$32,320 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$39,400 MSRP

EcoBoost

$40,120 MSRP

3

EcoBoost Premium

$36,345 MSRP

4

EcoBoost Premium

$41,845 MSRP

5

GT

$46,560 MSRP

6

GT Premium

$51,080 MSRP

7

GT Premium

$56,580 MSRP

8

Dark Horse

$63,080 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A3 vs Ford Mustang FAQ

Which is better: 2024 Audi A3 or 2026 Ford Mustang?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 Audi A3 vs 2026 Ford Mustang on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2024 Audi A3 or 2026 Ford Mustang?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Ford Mustang starts lower at $32,320. Live Audi A3 listings start at $11,990. Live Ford Mustang listings start at $12,875.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 Audi A3 or 2026 Ford Mustang?
The 2026 Ford Mustang leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,320).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 Audi A3 or 2026 Ford Mustang?
The 2024 Audi A3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2024 Audi A3 or 2026 Ford Mustang?
The 2026 Ford Mustang leads on horsepower in this comparison (500).
Which has better seats: 2024 Audi A3 or 2026 Ford Mustang?
The 2024 Audi A3 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2024 Audi A3 vs 2026 Ford Mustang?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A3 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Ford Mustang (5/5 NHTSA overall).