Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan costs RM4,898 more, but its 302 hp and 400 Nm dwarf the Audi A3 Sedan’s 187 hp and 320 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h sprint from 7.3 to 4.7 seconds. Its all-wheel drive, adaptive dampers and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go make it the more serious performance-led choice. The Audi fights back with a 425-litre boot, 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty and a quoted 6.2 L/100 km economy figure. For a Malaysian buyer who values pace and driver-assistance kit, the Mercedes earns its small premium.
Pick the Audi A3 Sedan if you want the larger 425-litre boot, quoted 6.2 L/100 km consumption and an extra year of unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan if you want 302 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time for RM4,898 more.
Key differences
- Price: Audi A3 Sedan RM338,990; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan RM343,888.
- Performance: Audi A3 Sedan 187 hp, 320 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan 302 hp, 400 Nm and 4.7 seconds.
- Driveline and gearbox: Audi A3 Sedan front-wheel drive with a 7-speed dual-clutch; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan all-wheel drive with an 8-speed dual-clutch.
- Dimensions and boot: Audi A3 Sedan is 4,495 mm long with a 2,636 mm wheelbase and 425-litre boot; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan is 4,549 mm long with a 2,729…
- Safety and driver assistance: Audi A3 Sedan has six airbags and lane departure warning; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan has seven airbags, blind spot…
- Warranty: Audi A3 Sedan gets 5 years unlimited mileage; Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan gets 4 years unlimited mileage.
A3 Sedan
- 425-litre boot is 5 litres larger.
- Quoted fuel economy of 6.2 L/100 km.
- 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 187 hp and 320 Nm trail the Mercedes’ 302 hp and 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive and a 7-speed DCT versus all-wheel drive and an 8-speed DCT.
- Lacks the Mercedes’ blind spot information and Active Brake Assist.
AMG A-Class Sedan
- 302 hp, 400 Nm and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- All-wheel drive and AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers.
- Gets a 360-degree camera, Active Brake Assist and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
- RM4,898 more expensive.
- 420-litre boot is 5 litres smaller.
- 4-year unlimited-mileage warranty is one year shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM338,990✓ | RM343,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM372✓ | RM376 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 187 hp at 6,000 rpm | 302 hp at 6,100 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 320 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 82.5 mm × 92.8 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 14 hp |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S tronic Transmission | AMG Speedshift 8G DCT |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,549 mm |
| Width | 1,816 mm | 1,796 mm |
| Height | 1,425 mm | 1,411 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,570 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 425 litres✓ | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R17 | 235/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R17 | 235/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" 5-Parallel-Spoke Style Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 5-Parallel-Spoke Style Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Lane Departure Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker 710W Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Audi Virtual Cockpit | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used A3 Sedan & AMG A-Class Sedan for sale
A3 Sedan vs AMG A-Class Sedan FAQ
Is the Audi A3 Sedan or Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan is the stronger all-round performance pick: it has 302 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and reaches 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. Choose the Audi A3 Sedan for its longer 5-year warranty, quoted 6.2 L/100 km economy and slightly larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan costs RM343,888, which is RM4,898 more than the RM338,990 Audi A3 Sedan.
Which car has the larger boot?
The Audi A3 Sedan has the larger boot at 425 litres. The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan holds 420 litres, a 5-litre deficit, though it has a 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat versus the Audi’s 60:40 arrangement.
