2021 Audi A3 Sedan vs. 2017 Volkswagen Golf VII
Dimensions Comparison

Compare the size of two cars side by side and see their differences at a glance. Simply enter the vehicle names, and our tool creates a clear visual comparison of their length, width, and height. This makes it easy to find out which car is longer, wider, or taller, and helps you better understand their overall proportions. Whether you are checking if a car will fit in your garage, comparing everyday models, or exploring larger SUVs, this tool provides a straightforward way to see all key dimensions in one place.

Car #1 Preview Image
2021 Audi A3 Sedan (8Y)Change Car
Car #2 Preview Image
2017 Volkswagen Golf VII (5-door, facelift 2017)Change Car
Random Comparison

Here’s how the 2021 Audi A3 Sedan and the 2017 Volkswagen Golf VII compare in size:

In terms of length, the 2021 Audi A3 Sedan measures 4495 mm (176.97 in), making it 219 mm (8.62 in) (4.9 %) longer than the 2017 Volkswagen Golf VII at 4276 mm (168.35 in). Looking at width, the 2021 Audi A3 Sedan spans 1816 mm (71.50 in), which is 17 mm (0.67 in) (0.9 %) broader than the 2017 Volkswagen Golf VII at 1799 mm (70.83 in). As for height, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf VII reaches 1492 mm (58.74 in), which is 67 mm (2.64 in) (4.5 %) taller than the 2021 Audi A3 Sedan at 1425 mm (56.10 in).

Overall, the 2021 Audi A3 Sedan is longer and wider than the 2017 Volkswagen Golf VII, while the 2017 Volkswagen Golf VII is taller than the 2021 Audi A3 Sedan.

Length
4495 mm177.0 in
4276 mm168.3 in
Width
1816 mm71.5 in
1799 mm70.8 in
Height
1425 mm56.1 in
1492 mm58.7 in

2021 Audi A3 Sedan Side View Left
4495 mm177.0 in 🟒 +219 mm+8.6 in (+5.1%)
2017 Volkswagen Golf VII Side View Left
4276 mm168.3 in πŸ”΄ -219 mm-8.6 in (-4.9%)
2021 Audi A3 Sedan Front View
1816 mm71.5 in 🟒 +17 mm+0.7 in (+0.9%)
2017 Volkswagen Golf VII Front View
1799 mm70.8 in πŸ”΄ -17 mm-0.7 in (-0.9%)
2021 Audi A3 Sedan Rear View
1425 mm56.1 in πŸ”΄ -67 mm-2.6 in (-4.5%)
2017 Volkswagen Golf VII Rear View
1492 mm58.7 in 🟒 +67 mm+2.6 in (+4.7%)
2021 Audi A3 Sedan
2017 Volkswagen Golf VII

Side-by-Side Specs: Dimensions, Weight & More

General Info

Body Style:

Sedan
Hatchback

Model Year:

2021
2017

Production:

2020-2024 Discontinued Model
2017-2021 Discontinued Model

Dimensions

Length:

4495 mm177.0 in
🟒 +219 mm+8.6 in (+5.1%) - 🟒 +237 mm+9.3 in (+5.6%)
4258-4276 mm167.6-168.3 in
πŸ”΄ -237 mm-9.3 in (-5.3%) - πŸ”΄ -219 mm-8.6 in (-4.9%)

Width:

1816 mm71.5 in
🟒 +17 mm+0.7 in (+0.9%) - 🟒 +26 mm+1.0 in (+1.5%)
1790-1799 mm70.5-70.8 in
πŸ”΄ -26 mm-1.0 in (-1.4%) - πŸ”΄ -17 mm-0.7 in (-0.9%)

Width (Folded Mirrors):

-
-

Width (Opened Mirrors):

1984 mm78.1 in
πŸ”΄ -43 mm-1.7 in (-2.1%)
2027 mm79.8 in
🟒 +43 mm+1.7 in (+2.2%)

Height:

1425 mm56.1 in
πŸ”΄ -67 mm-2.6 in (-4.5%) - πŸ”΄ -11 mm-0.4 in (-0.8%)
1436-1492 mm56.5-58.7 in
🟒 +11 mm+0.4 in (+0.8%) - 🟒 +67 mm+2.6 in (+4.7%)

Ground Clearance:

-
122-143 mm4.8-5.6 in

Trunk Capacity:

390-425 liter13.8-15.0 cu ft
πŸ”΄ -103 liter-3.6 cu ft (-20.9%) - 🟒 +153 liter+5.4 cu ft (+56.2%)
272-493 liter9.6-17.4 cu ft
πŸ”΄ -153 liter-5.4 cu ft (-36.0%) - 🟒 +103 liter+3.6 cu ft (+26.4%)

Trunk Capacity (Max):

-
1162-1521 liter41.0-53.7 cu ft

Weight Specifications

Curb Weight:

1225-1465 kg2701-3230 lbs
πŸ”΄ -315 kg-694 lbs (-20.5%) - 🟒 +334 kg+736 lbs (+29.5%)
1131-1540 kg2493-3395 lbs
πŸ”΄ -334 kg-736 lbs (-22.8%) - 🟒 +315 kg+694 lbs (+25.7%)

Maximal permitted Weight:

1775-2005 kg3913-4420 lbs
πŸ”΄ -265 kg-584 lbs (-13.0%) - 🟒 +285 kg+628 lbs (+16.6%)
1720-2040 kg3792-4497 lbs
πŸ”΄ -285 kg-628 lbs (-14.2%) - 🟒 +265 kg+584 lbs (+14.9%)

Roof Load:

75 kg165 lbs
75 kg165 lbs

Tire Specifications

Rims Size:

16-inch rims:
  • 7J x 16
  • 7 J x 16
17-inch rims:
  • 8J x 17
18-inch rims:
  • 8J x 18
16-inch rims:
  • 6.5J x 16
  • 6.5 J x 16
  • 6J x 16
17-inch rims:
  • 7J x 17
  • 7.5J x 17
  • 7 J x 17
  • 6 J x 17
  • 6J x 17
18-inch rims:
  • 7.5J x 18
19-inch rims:
  • 7.5J x 19
  • 8J x 19
  • 19
15-inch rims:
  • 6 J x 15
  • 6J x 15

Tire Size:

  • 205/55 R16 91V (W:205 | H:55 | D:16)
  • 205/55 R16 (W:205 | H:55 | D:16)
  • 225/40 R18 (W:225 | H:40 | D:18)
  • 225/45 R17 (W:225 | H:45 | D:17)
  • (W:0 | H:0 | D:0)
  • 195/65 R15 (W:195 | H:65 | D:15)
  • 205/50 R17 (W:205 | H:50 | D:17)
  • 205/55 R16 (W:205 | H:55 | D:16)
  • 225/35 R19 (W:225 | H:35 | D:19)
  • 225/40 R18 (W:225 | H:40 | D:18)
  • 225/45 R17 (W:225 | H:45 | D:17)
  • 235/35 R19 (W:235 | H:35 | D:19)

Related Comparisons

1. Use the input field to narrow down the car list (e.g. bmw 2025 or toyota corolla)

2. Select a car from the list below

Small red car