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Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-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 vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,370 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $28,135 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,841 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $25,849 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 535i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $24,740 | $33,980 | $55,400 |
| Base Invoice | $22,998 | $31,561 | $51,150 |
| Premium Package | 2,025 | 2,500 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | 900 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 650 | 800 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 385 |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,900 |
| Sound Package | 900 | ||
| Satellite radio | 350 | 350 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,843 | 2,275 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | 637 | 820 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | 410 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,001 | 1,001 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 592 | 728 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 396 | 396 | |
| Rear side airbags | 319 | 319 | 350 |
| Navigation system | 1,787 | 1,775 | 1,730 |
| Sound Package | 819 | ||
| Satellite radio | 319 | 319 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,910 | 6,135 | 6,280 |
| Options (change) | 8,123 | 5,585 | 5,715 |
| Destination | 720 | 720 | 825 |
| Total Price | $34,370 | $40,835 | $62,505 |
| Total Invoice | $31,841 | $37,866 | $57,690 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,410 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,488 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 535i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 195, 10 | 200, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $34,370 | $40,835 | $62,505 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,000 | -4,725 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,370 | $37,835 | $57,780 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,465 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,841 | $37,866 | $57,690 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,782 | -4,361 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,841 | $35,084 | $53,329 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,243 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 535i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo organizer | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,080 | $4,080 | $5,805 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,000 | $4,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,782 | -4,361 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.6 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 191.2 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 3,660 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 36.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 58.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2505 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 5% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 5% |
| Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cassette player | 50 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 5% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 41% |
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