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Suzuki SX4 vs. Audi A3 Review

How the Suzuki SX4 stacks up against the Audi A3 - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Suzuki SX4
Price Range: $13,299 - $19,949
2010 Audi A3
Price Range: $26,920 - $36,975
Suzuki SX4 vs. Audi A3 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The SX4 is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the Audi A3. The Audi won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Suzuki SX4. With respect to fuel economy, the A3 and the Suzuki SX4 don't differ much. With respect to MSRP, the Suzuki costs tremendously less than the Audi A3.

Utility
There's no obvious winner between the A3 and the Suzuki SX4 regarding transporting cargo. Neither the Suzuki SX4 nor the A3 has a marked advantage in terms of seating capacity.

Convenience
You will quite certainly have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Suzuki than with the Audi A3.

Comfort
Taller drivers will markedly enjoy the extra head room in the SX4's front cabin compared to the Audi A3.

Dimensions
The Suzuki SX4 is likely to feel a little sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Audi A3. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Audi A3 than the Suzuki SX4 because of its bigger tank. The Suzuki SX4 rides lower than the Audi A3, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The Suzuki SX4 and the Audi A3 compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Audi A3 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Suzuki SX4 down a few rungs. On the other hand, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums. The Suzuki SX4 is likely to feel a little slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Audi A3.

Handling
The Audi A3 and the SX4 have about similar tires. With their similar turning circles, the Audi A3 and the Suzuki definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Audi is substantially more powerful than the Suzuki.

Overview
The basic warranty that comes with the Suzuki isn't quite as generous as the Audi A3's.

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