S3 Sedan vs SQ3
Audi · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
S3 Sedan
Beats the SQ3 by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the S3 Sedan beats the SQ3 comfortably, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the S3 Sedan thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
306 hp
296 hp
0–100 km/h
4.8s
4.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$52,000
$52,000
Simulated race times
Distance
S3 Sedan
SQ3
100 m
5.730s
5.783s
1/8 mile
8.480s
8.555s
1/4 mile
12.772s
12.875s
1 km
22.982s
23.132s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: SQ3 is $52,000 vs $52,000 for the S3 Sedan — a $0 gap. Power: S3 Sedan makes 10 hp more (306 vs 296). 0–100 km/h: S3 Sedan is 0.10s quicker (4.8s vs 4.9s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the S3 Sedan or the SQ3?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the S3 Sedan is faster, beating the SQ3 by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S3 Sedan vs the SQ3?
The S3 Sedan hits 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, while the SQ3 does it in 4.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The S3 Sedan produces 306 hp; the SQ3 produces 296 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The S3 Sedan tops out at 250 km/h, and the SQ3 reaches 250 km/h.
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