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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $37,575

Volkswagen Golf / GTI R   
Difference: $6,850

Lowest Total Invoice: $36,105

Volkswagen Golf / GTI R   
Difference: $5,279

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3Golf / GTI
TrimS3R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $42,900 $35,655
Base Invoice $39,898 $34,229
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575  
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536  
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 575 1,100
Options (change) 536 1,056
Destination 950 820
Total Price $44,425 $37,575
Total Invoice $41,384 $36,105

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,500
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,090
Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3Golf / GTI
TrimS3R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine292hp I4292hp I4
TransmissionS6S6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$44,425$37,575
Adjustments for Features-2,3500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,075$37,575
Total Invoice$41,384$36,105
Adjustments for Features-2,1890
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,195$36,105

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3Golf / GTI
TrimS3R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200 
Forward collision warning$200 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
App support $0
CD player $125
Mirrorlink support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75 
Cornering lights$50 
Fog light, rear$100 
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights$1000 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$7,125$4,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,350$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,1890

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3Golf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.8 in103.8 in
Length175.4 in167.5 in
Width70.7 in70.8 in
Height55.7 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,462 lb.3,340 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.3 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.352.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

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