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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Acura TLX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Acura TLX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $38,545

Acura TLX 2.0T   
Difference: $4,325

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2017201720212021
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3TLXTLX
TrimA3 2.0 TFSIS32.0TType S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $31,200 $42,900 $37,500 $52,300
Prestige Package 8,950 5,500    
Sport Package 650      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575 575    
Universal garage door opener 295 295    
Sport suspension (upgrade) 250      
Black Optic Dynamic Package   2,000    
A-Spec Package     0 0
Prestige Package 8,325 5,116    
Sport Package 606      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536 536    
Universal garage door opener 274 274    
Sport suspension (upgrade) 233      
Black Optic Dynamic Package   1,860    
A-Spec Package     0 0
Options (change) 10,720 8,370 0 0
Options (change) 9,974 7,786 0 0
Destination 950 950 1,045 1,045
Total Price $42,870 $52,220 $38,545 $53,345

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Acura TLX

Lowest Adjusted Price: Acura TLX 2.0T
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Acura TLX Type S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,964
Model Year2017201720212021
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3TLXTLX
TrimA3 2.0 TFSIS32.0TType S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine186hp I4292hp I4272hp I4355hp V6
TransmissionS7S6T10T10
DrivetrainFWDAWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14705, 14490, 10490, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/35-19255/40-19255/40-19
Total Price$42,870$52,220$38,545$53,345
Adjustments for Features0-3,050-1,625-3,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,870$49,170$36,920$49,820
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,300$0$12,900

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Acura TLX

Model Year2017201720212021
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3TLXTLX
TrimA3 2.0 TFSIS32.0TType S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200   
6-speed automated manual $1100  
10-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1500$1500
FWD$0 $0 
AWD $1700 $1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction  $0$0
Remote app$25$25  
Remote start  $150$150
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200$200
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200  
Lane keeping assist  $400$400
Pedestrian detection  $50$50
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25  
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Wide-view rear camera  $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Rear seat pass-through$100$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15  
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500  
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0$0$0
Rear spoiler $200$200$200
Sunroof  $900$900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0  
App support  $0$0
CD player  $125$125
DVD-Audio-compatible player  $0$0
DVD-compatible player$0$0  
Handwriting recognition$200$200  
In-vehicle Internet$150$150  
SD Card slot$25$25  
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50  
Wireless charging station  $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75  
Boost gauge $75  
Cornering lights$50$50  
Fog light, rear$100$100  
Fog lights  $125$125
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Spotter mirror(s)  $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100  
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300
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 height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 $100
Upgraded floor mats  $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500  
Adaptive dampers - mechanical  $100$100
Alloy wheels$350$350  
Machined alloy wheels  $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)  $0$0
Rear wheel steering  $1500$1500
Wheels, dark finish  $0$0
Transmission 
Launch control $100  
Total Value of Features$5,040$8,090$6,665$8,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,050$1,625$3,525
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,841-44-69

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Acura TLX

Model Year20172021
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3TLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in113.0 in
Length175.4 in194.6 in
Width70.7 in75.2 in
Height55.7 in56.4 in
Curb Weight3,198 lb.3,710 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Surround sound250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Remote app25No
Speed limit information0No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Body kit0Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Proximity key250Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Total Requested494073%
Total Not Requested185027%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested45090%
Total Not Requested5010%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Surround sound250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Remote app25No
Speed limit information0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Total Requested294065%
Total Not Requested155035%
Black Optic Dynamic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
235/35YR19 tires400No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%

Option Package Details
Acura TLX 2.0T

A-Spec Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Body kit0Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Wheels, dark finish0No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
ELS, 490W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
255/40WR19 tires400No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Fog lights125No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested349067%
Total Not Requested175033%

Option Package Details
Acura TLX Type S

A-Spec Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Body kit0Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Wheels, dark finish0No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
ELS, 490W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
255/40WR19 tires400No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Fog lights125No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested349067%
Total Not Requested175033%

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