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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: $35,055 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $23,120 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,654 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $20,531 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 530i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $25,930 | $34,915 | $51,400 |
| Base Invoice | $24,115 | $32,471 | $46,955 |
| Convenience Package | 350 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | 900 |
| S Line Package | 2,500 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 150 | 150 | 250 |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,800 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 385 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | |
| Sport Package (AWD) | 700 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||
| Satellite radio | 595 | ||
| Convenience Package | 325 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | 820 |
| S Line Package | 2,326 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 139 | 139 | 230 |
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | 1,640 |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | 350 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 418 | 418 | |
| Sport Package (AWD) | 635 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||
| Satellite radio | 540 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,350 | 5,500 | 6,080 |
| Options (change) | 7,764 | 5,113 | 5,535 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 695 |
| Total Price | $35,055 | $41,190 | $58,175 |
| Total Invoice | $32,654 | $38,359 | $53,185 |
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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: $19,095 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,851 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 530i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 255hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 10 | 195, 10 | 200, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $35,055 | $41,190 | $58,175 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,850 | -4,025 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,055 | $38,340 | $54,150 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,285 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,654 | $38,359 | $53,185 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,654 | -3,680 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,654 | $35,705 | $49,505 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,051 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 530i |
| 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 | ||
| 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 | |
| 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 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, 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 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,480 | $4,330 | $5,505 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,850 | $4,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,654 | -3,680 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| 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. | 3,649 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
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 40% |
| 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% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| 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 |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1980 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 25% |
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 530i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Sport Package (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 67% |
| 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% |
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