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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: $39,945 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40 | ||||
| Difference: $21,650 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,554 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40 | ||||
| Difference: $19,401 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,300 | $35,600 | $44,500 | $53,800 |
| Base Invoice | $31,304 | $33,464 | $41,832 | $49,675 |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,250 | 3,250 | ||
| Sport Package | 650 | 650 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | 550 |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | 250 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | 995 | ||
| S Sport Package | 1,100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |||
| iPod integration | 400 | |||
| Aluminum trim | 500 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |||
| HD radio | 350 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 950 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,024 | 3,024 | ||
| Sport Package | 606 | 606 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | 500 |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | 233 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | 926 | ||
| S Sport Package | 1,024 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |||
| iPod integration | 365 | |||
| Aluminum trim | 455 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |||
| HD radio | 315 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 865 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,720 | 5,720 | 1,675 | 5,670 |
| Options (change) | 5,325 | 5,325 | 1,560 | 5,155 |
| Destination | 925 | 995 | 995 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $39,945 | $42,315 | $47,170 | $61,595 |
| Total Invoice | $37,554 | $39,784 | $44,387 | $56,955 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,495 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,076 | ||||
| Model Year | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 184hp I4 | 228hp I4 | 288hp I4 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | S7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $39,945 | $42,315 | $47,170 | $61,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,845 | -4,545 | -6,245 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,100 | $37,770 | $40,925 | $61,595 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $670 | $3,825 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $37,554 | $39,784 | $44,387 | $56,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,675 | -4,273 | -5,877 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,879 | $35,511 | $38,510 | $56,955 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $632 | $3,631 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | 3-Series |
| Trim | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $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 | $0 | $0 | |
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | $300 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,125 | $7,825 | $9,525 | $3,280 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,845 | $4,545 | $6,245 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,675 | -4,273 | -5,877 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2019 | 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 A3 40
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | 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 |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 54% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 45
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | 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 |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 54% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3
| S Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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% |
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