
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class sedan is new for 2019, and already looks better and higher-quality than its CLA-Class predecessor.
The BMW 2-Series, on the other hand, is only available in coupe form, but does offer impressive driving dynamics typical of a Bimmer.
Acura’s ILX gets a heavy visual refresh for 2019 as well but is still a last-generation Honda Civic underneath.
The Buick Cascada is the only true competitor to the A3 Cabriolet but is outdated and slow.
Finally, the entire Volkswagen Golf range could be on this list, but the Golf R is the closest to the A3 in terms of price, features, performance, and all-wheel drive.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2019 Audi A3 is a well-equipped entry point to luxury sedan ownership with few drawbacks. |
The 2019 Acura ILX delivers some luxury car goods, but we’d spend our money on a loaded-up Honda Civic instead. |
The 2019 2-Series coupe or convertible is proof that the formula BMW helped create still works. |
The 2019 Buick Cascada convertible means retirement like a gold watch. It’s stylish, small, and reasonably priced, but not very spacious. |
Mercedes takes a second aim at an entry-level sedan with the A-Class, and this time hits closer to the mark. |
The practical 2019 VW Golf is a smart choice whether as a frugal hatchback or a zippy GTI. |
MSRP From | |||||
$32,500 | $25,900 | $35,300 | $33,070 | $32,500 | $21,845 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
19 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 24 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 24 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 | Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Gas I4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
Subcompact Cars | Compact Cars | Subcompact Cars | Subcompact Car | Subcompact Cars | Compact Cars |
Style Name | |||||
Titanium Premium 40 TFSI | Sedan | 230i Coupe | 2-Door Convertible | A 220 Sedan | 1.4T S Automatic |
Drivetrain | |||||
Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Sedan | Sedan | Coupe | Convertible | Sedan | Hatchback |
Transmission | |||||
Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Acura ILX | 2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 BMW 2-Series | 2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Buick Cascada | 2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz A Class | 2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Golf |