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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: $33,990 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $18,960 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,665 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $17,250 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,930 | $34,915 | $45,050 | $50,100 | $60,200 |
| Base Invoice | $24,115 | $32,471 | $41,645 | $46,290 | $55,585 |
| Premium Package | 1,500 | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | |||
| Convenience Package | 350 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 550 | 550 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | 400 | 400 | 400 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | 900 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | |||
| Ski sack | 150 | 150 | 150 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,396 | 1,640 | 1,640 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | |||
| Convenience Package | 325 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 418 | 418 | 500 | 500 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 405 | 405 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | 365 | 365 | 365 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | 820 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | 1,730 | 1,730 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | |||
| Ski sack | 135 | 135 | 135 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,285 | 5,435 | 7,025 | 6,125 | 1,875 |
| Options (change) | 6,775 | 5,054 | 6,395 | 5,575 | 1,705 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $33,990 | $41,125 | $52,950 | $57,100 | $62,950 |
| Total Invoice | $31,665 | $38,300 | $48,915 | $52,740 | $58,165 |
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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: $15,470 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,026 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 10 | 195, 10 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $33,990 | $41,125 | $52,950 | $57,100 | $62,950 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,050 | -3,490 | -3,490 | -3,890 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,990 | $38,075 | $49,460 | $53,610 | $59,060 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,085 | $0 | $4,150 | $9,600 |
| Total Invoice | $31,665 | $38,300 | $48,915 | $52,740 | $58,165 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,840 | -3,224 | -3,224 | -3,594 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,665 | $35,460 | $45,691 | $49,516 | $54,571 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,795 | $0 | $3,825 | $8,880 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,540 | $5,590 | $6,030 | $6,030 | $6,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,050 | $3,490 | $3,490 | $3,890 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,840 | -3,224 | -3,224 | -3,594 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 193.1 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 3,815 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 18.4 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 |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1880 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 11% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 290 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 290 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| iPod integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | 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 |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 40% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| iPod integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | 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 |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 40% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| iPod integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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