Head-to-head
2026 Audi A3 vs 2026 Genesis G70
The Genesis G70 wins clearly, 97 to 68.6, on tech & comfort, safety, performance. The Audi A3 is ahead on fuel & range.
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2026 Audi A3
The 2026 Audi A3 is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact sedan. The most efficient version, the A3 quattro, is EPA-rated at 28 mpg combined. NHTSA lists no recall …
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A2026 Genesis G70
The 2026 Genesis G70 is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the G70 RWD, is EPA-rated at 24 mpg…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Genesis G70
Clear winThe Genesis G70 wins clearly, 97 to 68.6, on tech & comfort, safety, performance. The Audi A3 is ahead on fuel & range.
Tech & comfort 2026 Genesis G70 leads by 81
Safety 2026 Genesis G70 leads by 29.1
Performance 2026 Genesis G70 leads by 29.6
| Category · weight | 2026 Genesis G70overall 97 | 2026 Audi A3overall 68.6 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 86.4 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 70.9 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 99.7 | 89.5 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 70.4 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 19 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 97 | 68.6 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Genesis G70: base trim 2.5T RWD · Audi A3: base trim A3 quattro AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Genesis G70 wins
- It lists 45 standard driver-assist features against 2.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (58 points against 11 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 2 filed with NHTSA).
Where the 2026 Audi A3 answers
- It is rated 28 combined against 24 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $450 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,950 against $3,400).
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $40,100 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L Turbo (2,497 cc) GDI TIS | 2.0L TFSI 4 cyl |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.727 | 4.167 / 3.125 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid | S-tronic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | — |
| Overall height | 55.1 in | 56.2 in |
| Overall length | 184 in | 177 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in | 71.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 104 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.5 cu-ft | 8.3 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 106 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.7 in | 36.6 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Third-row legroom | 34.8 in | 35.2 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,781 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,691 lbs | 3,461 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,762 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | McPherson | Mcpherson strut front axle |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link (5-link) | Four-link rear suspension |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.3 ft | 36.5 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 350 mm | 306 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | Electro-mechanical |
| Rear brake diameter | 340 mm | 272 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | — |
| Wheel width | 8 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | Front P225/40R19 / Rear P255/35R19 | 225/45 R17 91H all-season |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.8 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Genesis Connected Services | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.6 in | 53 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
183 features · differences first, then sharedSafety43 differ · 45 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection and Junction Turning | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | std | — |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection and Junction Turning | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | std | — |
| Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1), Front Passenger (1) | std | — |
| Driver and Front Passenger Seat-mounted Side-impact (2) | std | — |
| Front Center Airbag (1) | std | — |
| Highway Driving Assist | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | std | — |
| Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control - Curve (NSCC-C) | std | — |
| Rearview Camera with Parking Guidelines | std | — |
| Side Curtain, Roof-mounted (Front + Rear Passengers) (2) | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | std | — |
| Rear side airbag (Left + Right) (2) | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | — |
| Adjustable Front-seat Shoulder Belt Anchors | std | — |
| Anti-theft System Integrated with Remote Keyless Entry | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | std | — |
| Body side Reinforcements | std | — |
| Brake Assist (included with ESC) | std | — |
| Brembo Braking System (Painted Red or Silver Calipers) | std | — |
| Driver Knee Airbag (1) | std | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) | std | — |
| Energy Absorbing Front Seats with Anti-whiplash Front Head Restraints | std | — |
| Energy-absorbing Steering Column | std | — |
| Front (Driver & Passenger) Seatbelt Pre-tensioners and Load Limiters | std | — |
| Front and Rear Crumple Zones & 5-MPH Bumpers | std | — |
| Haptic Steering Wheel – Operates with Lane Keeping Assist | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | std | — |
| Hood Buckling Creases and Safety Stops | std | — |
| LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | std | — |
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) | std | — |
| Power Window Lock-out Button & Pinch Protection | std | — |
| Seatbelt Convertible Locking Retractor (CLR) – Front Passenger Seat, 2nd Row Seats | std | — |
| Seatbelt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) – All Seats / Positions | std | — |
| Shift Interlock System | std | — |
| Steering Wheel Locks When Key is Removed | std | — |
| Tamper-proof Door Lock Key Cylinder | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | std | — |
| Anti-theft Engine Immobilizer | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Pressure Indicator | std | — |
| Anti-Lock Braking System Standard, All Four Wheels, with Electronic Brake Force Distribution | std | std |
| Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | std | std |
Infotainment9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 5th Generation Navigation System with 10.25" touchscreen, AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM®, Dynamic Voice Recognition, Connected Routing, Over the Air Updates, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay® | std | — |
| 6 Speakers (2 front-door-mounted speakers, 2 tweeters, 2 rear speakers, and Subwoofer), Base internal amplifier – Supplier: Mobis | std | — |
| Audio Controls – Volume up/down, Mode, Seek up/down | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System | std | — |
| Genesis Connected Services® Telematics System Generation 2 | std | — |
| HD Radio | std | — |
| Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio & Antenna – Shark-fin Style | std | — |
| USB – 3 Front: 1 USB data/charge (front console) + 2 USB charge only (front & center console); 1 Rear: 1 USB rear (charge only) | std | — |
Convenience13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Proximity Key with Push-Button Start | std | — |
| 12-volt Outlet Front Console-mounted | std | — |
| Assist Grips (3) | std | — |
| Auto-dimming Inside Rearview Mirror | std | — |
| Cupholders, Dual Front Center Console-mounted | std | — |
| Front Center Console Fixed Armrest Storage Box (flocked) | std | — |
| Hands-free Smart Trunk with Auto Open | std | — |
| Keys – 2 Proximity Key Fobs with Alarm and Trunk Release | std | — |
| Locking Glove Compartment (flocked) | std | — |
| Power Door Locks Auto-locking Availability | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto Down/Up with Pinch Protection | std | — |
| Rear Coat Hangers (2) | std | — |
| Remote Releases – Hood, Trunk, Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
Climate5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | std | — |
| Cabin Air Filter | std | — |
| Dual Automatic Temperature Control | std | — |
| Outside Temperature Display | std | — |
| Rear Seat Heater Ducts (Center Console-mounted) | std | — |
Seating7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Front Seats | std | — |
| 12-way Power Driver Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar | std | — |
| 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seats | std | — |
| 8-way Power Passenger Seat | std | — |
| Center Folding Armrest with Dual Cup Holders (Rear Seat) | std | — |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
Interior35 differ · 35 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror) | std | — |
| 3-Spoke Steering Wheel | std | — |
| 8" Color LCD Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| Aluminum Console Trim | std | — |
| Aluminum Door Trim | std | — |
| Base MSRP (USD) | — | std |
| Cargo Area LED Light | std | — |
| Comprehensive Warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi whichever occurs first | — | std |
| Destination and Delivery (USD): $1,395 | — | std |
| Door Handles Satin | std | — |
| Door Pocket Storage Compartments | std | — |
| Driver & Front Passenger Sunvisors Sliding | std | — |
| EPA Class: Midsize Car AWD | — | std |
| Floor Covering Premium Cut-pile Carpeting | std | — |
| Front Overhead Map LED Lights | std | — |
| Front Overhead Pin Lights | std | — |
| Glove Compartment LED Light | std | — |
| Headroom, Front (in.) | — | std |
| Headroom, Rear (in.) | — | std |
| Illuminated Driver & Front Passenger Vanity Mirror | std | — |
| Leatherette Door Panel Inserts | std | — |
| Leatherette Wrapped Crash Pad | std | — |
| Legroom, Front (in.) | — | std |
| Legroom, Rear (in.) | — | std |
| Perforated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Rear Overhead LED Lights | std | — |
| Roof Trim Cloth | std | — |
| Seating: 5 | — | std |
| Shift Lever Leather-Wrapped | std | — |
| Shoulder Room, Front (in.) | — | std |
| Shoulder Room, Rear (in.) | — | std |
| Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates (Front & Rear) | std | — |
| Manual Telescopic Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Floor Mats Carpeted | std | — |
| Trip Computer (avg. fuel economy, avg. speed, range to empty, trip timer, trip distance) | std | — |
Exterior26 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Wheels 19 x 8.0J (front) / 19 x 8.5J (rear) | std | — |
| Auto-Defogging Windshield | std | — |
| Automatic Headlights | std | — |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | — | std |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd.) | — | std |
| Dual Exhaust Chrome | std | — |
| Dual Power Outside Mirrors | std | — |
| Front Windshield Wipers with Variable Intermittent, Speed Sensitive | std | — |
| Full LED Headlights Auto-leveling | std | — |
| Heated with Timer | std | — |
| Height (in.) | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | — |
| LED Outside Mirror Turn Signal Indicators | std | — |
| LED Taillights | std | — |
| Length (in.) | — | std |
| Overall Width with Mirrors (in.) | — | std |
| Overall Width without Mirrors (in.) | — | std |
| Tinted Glass Solar Control | std | — |
| Tires (Optional) | — | opt |
| Tires (Standard) | — | std |
| Wheelbase (in.) | — | std |
| Wheels (Optional) | — | opt |
| Wheels (Standard) | — | std |
| Rear Window Defroster, Electronic with Timer | std | — |
| LED Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
| Spare Tire – Compact / Location: Inside Under Cargo | std | — |
Powertrain31 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| quattro® all-wheel drive | opt | std |
| 0-100 km/h (secs.) Est. | — | std |
| 0-60 mph (secs.) Est. | — | std |
| 2.5L Turbo (2,497 cc), Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), Tuned Intake System (TIS) | std | — |
| 8-speed Automatic Transmission | std | — |
| Active Sound Design (ASD) | std | — |
| Bore (mm): 82.5 | — | std |
| Compression Ratio :1 | — | std |
| Cylinder Head: Aluminum alloy | — | std |
| Drivetrain Configuration: Transverse | — | std |
| Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control (DTVC) | opt | — |
| Engine Type: 2.0L TFSI 4 cyl / 2.5L TFSI 5 cyl | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG (City) | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG (Combined) | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG (Highway) | — | std |
| Fuel Capacity (gal.): 14.5 | — | std |
| Gear Ratios :1 | — | std |
| Intelligent Drive Mode – Comfort, Smart, Eco, Sport, Sport+, Custom | std | — |
| Peak Power (HP) | — | std |
| Peak Torque (lb.-ft) | — | std |
| Powertrain Warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi whichever occurs first | — | std |
| Rear Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Recommended Fuel: Premium | — | std |
| Rev-Match | std | — |
| Shift-by-Wire | std | — |
| Stroke (mm): 92.8 | — | std |
| Top Track Speed (km/h) | — | std |
| Top Track Speed (mph) | — | std |
| Total Displacement (cc) | — | std |
| Transmission: 7-speed S-tronic® transmission | — | std |
| Valvetrain: 16-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift and variable timing | — | std |
Chassis10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Body Construction: Unitary steel | — | std |
| Front Brakes | — | std |
| Front Suspension: Mcpherson strut front axle | — | std |
| Parking Brake: Electro-mechanical | — | std |
| Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | std | — |
| Rear Brakes | — | std |
| Rear Suspension: Four-link rear suspension | — | std |
| Steering Ratio :1 | — | std |
| Steering Type: Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance | — | std |
| Turning Circle (ft. Curb-to-Curb) | — | std |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Net | std | — |
| Cargo Volume, with seatbacks fixed (cu. ft.): 8.3 | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPGenesis G70
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Unspecified (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Audi A3
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 2 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (1), Service Brakes (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Genesis G702.5T RWD | Audi A3A3 quattro AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $40,100 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 6 trims | $40,100 – $66,100 3 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | G70 RWD | A3 quattro |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 24 | 28 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,400 | $2,950 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Genesis G70 or the 2026 Audi A3?
The Genesis G70 wins clearly, 97 to 68.6, on tech & comfort, safety, performance. The Audi A3 is ahead on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Genesis G70 scores 97 and the 2026 Audi A3 68.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Genesis G70 or the 2026 Audi A3?
2026 Genesis G70: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Audi A3: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Genesis G70 and the 2026 Audi A3?
Where the 2026 Genesis G70 wins: it lists 45 standard driver-assist features against 2, lists more comfort and tech equipment (58 points against 11 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 2 filed with NHTSA). Where the 2026 Audi A3 answers: it is rated 28 combined against 24 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $450 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,950 against $3,400). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100 and 5 seats.