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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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $52,550 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $20,095 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,938 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $18,562 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $42,500 | $62,000 |
| Base Invoice | $39,527 | $57,720 |
| Black Optic Performance Package | 2,000 | |
| Prestige Package | 6,150 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 400 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 550 |
| Executive Package | 4,300 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,900 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| LED headlights | 1,900 | |
| Black Optic Performance Package | 1,860 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,718 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 372 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 500 |
| Executive Package | 3,915 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,730 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| LED headlights | 1,730 | |
| Options (change) | 9,125 | 9,650 |
| Options (change) | 8,486 | 8,785 |
| Destination | 925 | 995 |
| Total Price | $52,550 | $72,645 |
| Total Invoice | $48,938 | $67,500 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,840 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,187 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp I4 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | S6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 205, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $52,550 | $72,645 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,745 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,805 | $72,645 |
| Total Invoice | $48,938 | $67,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,625 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,313 | $67,500 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | |
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,200 | $5,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,745 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,625 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| 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. | 3,411 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 S3
| Black Optic Performance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 36% |
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 55% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 45% |
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