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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: $40,135 Audi A3 3.2 S line | ||
| Difference: $20,810 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,228 Audi A3 3.2 S line | ||
| Difference: $20,187 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 3.2 S line | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,980 | $56,450 |
| Base Invoice | $31,561 | $53,180 |
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 700 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| AWD | 2,300 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | |
| Navigation system | 1,775 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 728 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | 645 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 396 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,001 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| AWD | 2,140 | |
| Options (change) | 5,435 | 3,500 |
| Options (change) | 4,947 | 3,240 |
| Destination | 720 | 995 |
| Total Price | $40,135 | $60,945 |
| Total Invoice | $37,228 | $57,415 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 3.2 S line | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,270 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,852 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 3.2 S line | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 250hp V6 | 335hp I6 |
| Transmission | S6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/27 MPG | 20/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $40,135 | $60,945 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,540 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,135 | $57,405 |
| Total Invoice | $37,228 | $57,415 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,335 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,228 | $54,080 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 3.2 S line | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,890 | $9,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,540 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,335 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,660 lb. | 4,019 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
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 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
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