Audi A1 30 TFSI vs Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Audi A1 30 TFSI

Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Hatchback · Diesel · FWD

Car A

Audi A1 30 TFSI

The Audi A1 30 TFSI leans into city use with efficient petrol running, AWD traction, and usable everyday space. It suits urban drivers who value low consumption and tidy performance more than cargo capacity or long-haul comfort.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety116 hpAWD

Car B

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

The Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi is a city-focused compact that delivers standout efficiency with adequate everyday performance. It suits value-focused drivers who want five seats and usable cargo space without moving up a size.

5 seatsHatchbackDiesel5-star safety3.5 L/100km

Why compared better on fuelbetter valuecomparison picksame body typesame seats

Usage fit

Family 52 / 61

City 75 / 78

Budget / value 54 / 75

Road trip 33 / 27

Performance 34 / 31

Cargo 18 / 16

Practical 39 / 53

Premium 36 / 14

Winter 60 / 20

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A1 30 TFSI · Orange = Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A1 30 TFSI Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

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Pros & cons

Audi A1 30 TFSI

Efficient for its class at 5.2 L/100 km, keeping daily fuel costs in check
AWD delivers extra traction for winter and wet conditions
Nippy around town: 0–100 km/h in 8.5 s with 200 Nm for easy merging
Practical daily use with 5 seats and a 335 L trunk
Limited for cargo-heavy use; 335 L may feel tight for bulky items
Less suited to frequent long road trips compared with its city strengths
116 hp is adequate but not aimed at performance enthusiasts
Petrol-only powertrain; no hybrid or EV option for electrified driving

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Exceptional fuel economy (3.5 combined) keeps running costs low
Good value in its segment at around the 20000 price point
Well-suited to city driving with predictable FWD traction
Practical for a small family: 5 seats and a 292 L trunk
Modest acceleration (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s) won’t satisfy performance seekers
292 L cargo area limits cargo-heavy use
Not positioned as a premium choice
Front-wheel drive only; no AWD option for challenging conditions

Verdict

Pick Audi A1 30 TFSI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A1 30 TFSI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi if…

Performance & capability

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A1 30 TFSI

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Verdict

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