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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-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.
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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,600 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $11,170 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,967 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $9,958 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,900 | $34,200 | $42,500 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $28,738 | $31,806 | $39,527 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Sport Package | 800 | 800 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | |||
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | 0 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,600 | 2,550 | 2,550 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | 550 | 550 |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,600 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | |||
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 900 | 900 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||||
| Sport Package | 744 | 744 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | |||
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | 0 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | 2,418 | 2,320 | 2,320 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | 500 | 500 |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,275 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | |||
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 820 | 820 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||||
| Options (change) | 6,775 | 6,775 | 4,675 | 13,975 | 10,125 |
| Options (change) | 6,304 | 6,304 | 4,351 | 12,740 | 9,235 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $38,600 | $41,900 | $48,100 | $49,770 | $53,420 |
| Total Invoice | $35,967 | $39,035 | $44,803 | $45,925 | $49,320 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,640 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,470 | |||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 292hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | S6 | S6 | S6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $38,600 | $41,900 | $48,100 | $49,770 | $53,420 |
| Adjustments for Features | -120 | -1,820 | -3,370 | -650 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,480 | $40,080 | $44,730 | $49,120 | $53,420 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,600 | $6,250 | $0 | $4,300 |
| Total Invoice | $35,967 | $39,035 | $44,803 | $45,925 | $49,320 |
| Adjustments for Features | -112 | -1,696 | -3,139 | -600 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,855 | $37,339 | $41,664 | $45,325 | $49,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,484 | $5,809 | $0 | $3,995 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,025 | $5,725 | $7,275 | $4,555 | $3,905 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $120 | $1,820 | $3,370 | $650 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -112 | -1,696 | -3,139 | -600 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,176 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 26% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 26% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | 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 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3200 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 16% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 52% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 52% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 33% |
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