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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 / RS3 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $49,375 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $14,920 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,989 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $13,426 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $42,900 | $53,800 |
| Base Invoice | $39,898 | $49,675 |
| Technology Package | 3,000 | 3,250 |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 550 |
| Cargo mat | 155 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| Technology Package | 2,790 | 2,960 |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 500 |
| Cargo mat | 144 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 5,525 | 8,370 |
| Options (change) | 5,141 | 7,615 |
| Destination | 950 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $49,375 | $64,295 |
| Total Invoice | $45,989 | $59,415 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,895 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,991 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp I4 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | S6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $49,375 | $64,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,975 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,400 | $64,295 |
| Total Invoice | $45,989 | $59,415 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,565 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,424 | $59,415 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | 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 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,890 | $2,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,975 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,565 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,198 lb. | 3,341 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 53% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 17% |
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