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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 1-Series 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.
Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,940 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $3,685 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,925 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $3,050 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $35,600 | $38,600 | $36,900 | $44,100 | $47,950 |
| Base Invoice | $33,108 | $35,898 | $34,130 | $40,750 | $44,295 |
| Navigation Plus Package | 2,600 | 2,600 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |||
| Convenience Package | 750 | 750 | |||
| Sport Package | 800 | 800 | |||
| Metal pedals | 195 | 195 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 |
| Premium Package | 3,500 | 2,400 | 2,400 | ||
| M Sport Package | 1,900 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,350 | 2,350 | 2,350 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Sport seats | 400 | ||||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | ||||
| Navigation Plus Package | 2,418 | 2,418 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,371 | 2,371 | |||
| Convenience Package | 697 | 697 | |||
| Sport Package | 744 | 744 | |||
| Metal pedals | 181 | 181 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 511 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| Premium Package | 3,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | ||
| M Sport Package | 1,730 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,140 | 2,140 | 2,140 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Sport seats | 365 | ||||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,445 | 7,445 | 9,800 | 6,200 | 5,800 |
| Options (change) | 6,922 | 6,922 | 8,920 | 5,645 | 5,280 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $43,940 | $46,940 | $47,625 | $51,225 | $54,675 |
| Total Invoice | $40,925 | $43,715 | $43,975 | $47,320 | $50,500 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,980 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,325 | |||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 320hp I6 |
| Transmission | S6 | S6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 9 | 140, 9 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $43,940 | $46,940 | $47,625 | $51,225 | $54,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | -295 | -1,845 | 0 | -250 | -325 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,645 | $45,095 | $47,625 | $50,975 | $54,350 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,450 | $0 | $3,350 | $6,725 |
| Total Invoice | $40,925 | $43,715 | $43,975 | $47,320 | $50,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | -275 | -1,718 | 0 | -231 | -300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,650 | $41,997 | $43,975 | $47,089 | $50,200 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,347 | $0 | $3,114 | $6,225 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,450 | $5,000 | $3,155 | $3,405 | $3,480 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $295 | $1,845 | $0 | $250 | $325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -275 | -1,718 | 0 | -231 | -300 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2013 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 1-Series |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 102.2 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,397 lb. | 3,495 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.3 in | 37.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 45.7 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.9 in | 32.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Navigation Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 38% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 690 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 37% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Navigation Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 38% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 690 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 37% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1955 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 40% |
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 24% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Sport seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 24% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1655 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 20% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135is
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 24% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1655 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 20% |
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