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Acura TL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 TL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,920 Acura TL | ||||
| Difference: $2,125 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,161 Acura TL | ||||
| Difference: $2,014 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | TL | TL | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Base | SH-AWD | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,305 | $38,855 | $31,950 | $43,650 |
| Base Invoice | $32,856 | $36,112 | $29,714 | $40,596 |
| Technology Package | 3,730 | 3,730 | 3,200 | 3,200 |
| Sport Package | 650 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,250 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | ||
| Cargo net | 155 | 155 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | 295 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | |||
| Technology Package | 3,420 | 3,420 | 2,976 | 2,976 |
| Sport Package | 606 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,024 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | ||
| Cargo net | 144 | 144 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | 274 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,730 | 3,730 | 9,120 | 4,225 |
| Options (change) | 3,420 | 3,420 | 8,486 | 3,930 |
| Destination | 885 | 885 | 975 | 975 |
| Total Price | $39,920 | $43,470 | $42,045 | $48,850 |
| Total Invoice | $37,161 | $40,417 | $39,175 | $45,501 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura TL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,225 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,107 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | TL | TL | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Base | SH-AWD | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 305hp V6 | 186hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | T5 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 10 | 440, 10 | 705, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-17 | 245/45-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $39,920 | $43,470 | $42,045 | $48,850 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,200 | -3,350 | -6,250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,920 | $41,270 | $38,695 | $42,600 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,350 | $0 | $3,905 |
| Total Invoice | $37,161 | $40,417 | $39,175 | $45,501 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,045 | -3,121 | -5,822 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,161 | $38,372 | $36,054 | $39,679 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,211 | $0 | $3,625 |
Features Comparison: Acura TL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | TL | TL | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Base | SH-AWD | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,665 | $5,865 | $7,015 | $9,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,200 | $3,350 | $6,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,045 | -3,121 | -5,822 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura TL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | TL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 195.3 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 74.0 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,709 lb. | 3,198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.7 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura TL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| ELS, 440W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1840 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Acura TL SH-AWD
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| ELS, 440W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1840 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 65% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1190 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1190 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 46% |
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