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Acura RL vs. Audi A3 / S3 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Acura RL vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,750 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $3,865 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,545 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $1,975 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $46,280 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $41,560 | $39,527 |
| Technology Package | 3,620 | 2,600 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Cargo net | 150 | |
| Technology Package | 3,245 | 2,418 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Cargo net | 139 | |
| Options (change) | 3,620 | 3,325 |
| Options (change) | 3,245 | 3,093 |
| Destination | 715 | 925 |
| Total Price | $50,615 | $46,750 |
| Total Invoice | $45,520 | $43,545 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,040 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,069 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 260, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $50,615 | $46,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,615 | $45,575 |
| Total Invoice | $45,520 | $43,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,094 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,520 | $42,451 |
Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,165 | $8,340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,094 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,012 lb. | 3,462 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Wood trim, alternative type | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
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