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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Audi R8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $49,295

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI   
Difference: $129,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,919

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI   
Difference: $120,516

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3R8
TrimA3 2.0 TFSISpyder V10
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $38,350 $175,100
Base Invoice $35,666 $162,843
Sport Package 650  
Prestige Package 8,450  
All-weather floor mats 100 545
Metal pedals 195  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575 575
Sport Package 606  
Prestige Package 7,860  
All-weather floor mats 94 507
Metal pedals 182  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536 535
Options (change) 9,970 1,120
Options (change) 9,278 1,042
Destination 975 1,250
Gas Tax 0 1,300
Total Price $49,295 $178,770
Total Invoice $45,919 $166,435

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Audi R8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $127,205
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $118,403
Model Year20182017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3R8
TrimA3 2.0 TFSISpyder V10
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine186hp I4540hp V10
TransmissionS7S7
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)625, 13550, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$49,295$178,770
Adjustments for Features0-2,270
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$49,295$176,500
Total Invoice$45,919$166,435
Adjustments for Features0-2,113
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$45,919$164,322

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Audi R8

Model Year20182017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3R8
TrimA3 2.0 TFSISpyder V10
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850 
Cruise control $150
Power rear side windows$200 
Universal garage door opener $100
Wind blocker, small $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Forward collision warning$200 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200 
Lane departure warning$200 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0 
Side curtain airbags $350
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Second-row low console$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents$100 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Mid-engine configuration $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Infotainment 
CD player, remote $100
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Chronometer $100
Cornering lights$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Performance meter $150
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
No leather in second row $-300
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$4,665$6,935
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,270
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,113

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Audi R8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Audi R8

Model Year20182017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3R8
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase102.2 in104.3 in
Length175.4 in174.4 in
Width70.2 in75.0 in
Height55.5 in49.0 in
Curb Weight3,429 lb.3,738 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in37.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room45.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom31.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		7.1 ft33.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		9.9 ft33.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Audi R8 specs.

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

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Surround sound250Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Android Auto support100Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Remote app25Yes
Speed limit information0No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Compass0Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested384063%
Total Not Requested230037%

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