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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 4-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 4-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,695

Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI   
Difference: $14,700

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,419

Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI   
Difference: $14,256

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520172017
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S34-Series4-Series
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSI430i440i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $35,600 $38,600 $50,300 $57,300
Base Invoice $33,108 $35,898 $47,460 $53,970
Sport Package 800 800    
Premium Plus Package 2,550 2,550    
Prestige Package 5,900 5,900    
Advanced Technology Package 1,400 1,400    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 700 700
Driver Assistance Plus     1,700 1,700
Navigation system     1,950 1,950
Driver Assistance Package     950 950
Premium Package     2,200  
Heated front seats     500 500
LED headlights     1,900 1,900
Aluminum trim     0 0
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,200 1,200
Sport Package 744 744    
Premium Plus Package 2,371 2,371    
Prestige Package 5,488 5,488    
Advanced Technology Package 1,302 1,302    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511 511 645 645
Driver Assistance Plus     1,565 1,565
Navigation system     1,795 1,795
Driver Assistance Package     875 875
Premium Package     2,025  
Heated front seats     460 460
LED headlights     1,750 1,750
Aluminum trim     0 0
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,105 1,105
Options (change) 11,200 11,200 11,100 8,900
Options (change) 10,416 10,416 10,220 8,195
Destination 895 895 995 995
Total Price $47,695 $50,695 $62,395 $67,195
Total Invoice $44,419 $47,209 $58,675 $63,160

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 4-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,468
Model Year2015201520172017
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S34-Series4-Series
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSI430i440i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine170hp I4220hp I4248hp I4320hp I6
TransmissionS6S6T8T8
DrivetrainFWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)625, 13625, 13205, 9600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$47,695$50,695$62,395$67,195
Adjustments for Features0-1,550-6,155-6,405
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,695$49,145$56,240$60,790
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,450$0$4,550
Total Invoice$44,419$47,209$58,675$63,160
Adjustments for Features0-1,443-5,788-6,020
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$44,419$45,766$52,887$57,140
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,347$0$4,253

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 4-Series

Model Year2015201520172017
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S34-Series4-Series
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSI430i440i
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300
FWD$0   
AWD $1700  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate  $100$100
Remote app  $25$25
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15
Universal garage door opener  $100$100
Wind blocker  $300$300
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras  $500$500
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200  
Pedestrian detection  $50$50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0  
Rearview camera$200$200  
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25  
Side curtain airbags  $350$350
Temporary spare tire$150   
Tires, run-flat  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100  
Wide-view front camera  $150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150
Residual heat  $50$50
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150
Regenerative braking  $0$0
Exterior 
Black grille (optional)$0$0  
Body kit$0$0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25  
Power convertible top$4000$4000  
Power retractable hardtop  $6750$6750
Infotainment 
App support  $0$0
Aux input  $50$50
CD player  $125$125
iPod integration$100$100  
Media drive  $15$15
Navigation map updates, three years  $0$0
S Voice support  $0$0
Satellite radio$200$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250
SD Card slot$25$25  
Siri Eyes Free support  $0$0
Surround sound$250$250 $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200
USB port  $25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75
Cornering lights$50$50  
Fog light, rear$100$100  
Fog lights  $125$125
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Memory system, driver seat  $200$200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0  
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100
Total Value of Features$6,875$8,425$13,030$13,280
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,550$6,155$6,405
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,443-5,788-6,020

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 4-Series

Model Year20152017
ModelA3 / S34-Series
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase102.2 in110.6 in
Length175.4 in182.6 in
Width70.2 in71.9 in
Height55.5 in54.5 in
Curb Weight3,397 lb.4,051 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room45.7 in49.8 in
Row 2 Legroom31.9 in33.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.1 ft37.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.9 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

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 controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested69063%
Total Not Requested40037%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Total Requested317588%
Total Not Requested45012%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested130087%
Total Not Requested20013%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

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 controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested69063%
Total Not Requested40037%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Total Requested317588%
Total Not Requested45012%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested130087%
Total Not Requested20013%

Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 430i

LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested50071%
Total Not Requested20029%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80055%
Total Not Requested65045%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
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 map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested107596%
Total Not Requested404%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
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%

Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 440i

LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested50071%
Total Not Requested20029%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80055%
Total Not Requested65045%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
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 map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested107596%
Total Not Requested404%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

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