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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,050

Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI   
Difference: $9,094

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016202120212021
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S33-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSIS3330i330eM340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,900 $34,200 $42,500 $41,250 $44,550 $54,700
Premium Plus Package 2,700 2,700        
Sport Package 800 800        
Dark-colored headliner (optional) 0 0        
Prestige Package 6,150 6,150 6,150      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575 575 575 550 550 550
Driving Assistance Package       500 500 500
Convenience Tier       1,750 1,750  
Premium Tier       2,900 2,900 2,900
Luxury Design       0 0 0
Obstacle detection, rear       750 750 750
Blind spot warning system       500 500 500
Aluminum trim       0 0 0
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed       1,200 1,200 1,200
Leather seating surfaces       1,450 1,450 1,450
Premium Plus Package 2,512 2,512        
Sport Package 744 744        
Dark-colored headliner (optional) 0 0        
Prestige Package 5,718 5,718 5,718      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536 536 536 505 505 505
Driving Assistance Package       460 460 460
Convenience Tier       1,610 1,610  
Premium Tier       2,670 2,670 2,670
Luxury Design       0 0 0
Obstacle detection, rear       690 690 690
Blind spot warning system       460 460 460
Aluminum trim       0 0 0
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed       1,105 1,105 1,105
Leather seating surfaces       1,335 1,335 1,335
Options (change) 10,225 10,225 6,725 9,600 9,600 7,850
Options (change) 9,510 9,510 6,254 8,835 8,835 7,225
Destination 925 925 925 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 -4,001 0
Total Price $42,050 $45,350 $50,150 $51,845 $51,144 $63,545

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW 3-Series 330e
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,114
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,456
Model Year201620162016202120212021
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S33-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSIS3330i330eM340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4220hp I4292hp I4255hp I4180hp I4 PiH382hp I6 H
TransmissionS6S6S6T8T8T8
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14705, 14705, 14205, 9205, 9600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$42,050$45,350$50,150$51,845$51,144$63,545
Adjustments for Features0-1,700-2,650-855-980-1,105
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,050$43,650$47,500$50,990$50,164$62,440
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,600$5,450$826$0$12,276

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year201620162016202120212021
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S33-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSIS3330i330eM340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100$1100   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1300$1300$1300
FWD$0     
AWD $1700$1700   
RWD   $0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate   $100$100$100
Remote app   $25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15$15
Universal garage door opener   $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200$200   
Pedestrian detection   $50$50$50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0   
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25   
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150   
Tires, run-flat   $150$150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100   
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment   $50$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$150
Residual heat   $50$50$50
Engine / Motor 
3.5 kW onboard charger    $0 
8 kWh battery pack    $0 
Automatic start / stop   $150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500   
Regenerative braking   $0 $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0   
Rear spoiler  $200   
Sunroof   $900$900$900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100$1100   
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0$0
Aux input   $50$50$50
CD player   $125$125$125
iPod integration$100$100$100   
Media drive   $15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years   $0$0$0
S Voice support   $0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription   $250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25$25   
Siri Eyes Free support   $0$0$0
Surround sound$250$250$250  $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar   $200$200$200
USB port   $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices   $0$0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge  $75   
Cornering lights$50$50$50   
Fog light, rear$100$100$100   
Fog lights   $125$125$125
Head-up display (HUD)   $350$350$350
Large energy flow and fuel economy display    $25 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Memory system, driver seat   $200$200$200
Metal pedals  $75   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat   $100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0   
Transmission 
Launch control  $100   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100 $100 
Total Value of Features$3,750$5,450$6,400$4,605$4,730$4,855
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700$2,650$855$980$1,105
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,583-2,468-162-112-143

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20162021
ModelA3 / S33-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in112.2 in
Length175.4 in185.7 in
Width70.7 in71.9 in
Height55.7 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,176 lb.3,590 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.15.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft316.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
iPod integration100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested40053%
Total Not Requested35047%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested370085%
Total Not Requested65015%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
iPod integration100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested40053%
Total Not Requested35047%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested370085%
Total Not Requested65015%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested360085%
Total Not Requested65015%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested60092%
Total Not Requested508%
Convenience Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested127577%
Total Not Requested39023%
Luxury Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested25100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested60092%
Total Not Requested508%
Convenience Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested127577%
Total Not Requested39023%
Luxury Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested25100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M340i

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested60092%
Total Not Requested508%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested127577%
Total Not Requested39023%
Luxury Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested25100%
Total Not Requested00%

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