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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: $34,990 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||||
| Difference: $19,855 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,595 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||||
| Difference: $18,585 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,930 | $34,915 | $50,200 | $55,850 | $57,350 | $62,100 | $66,300 | $94,100 |
| Base Invoice | $24,115 | $32,471 | $46,865 | $52,060 | $53,440 | $57,810 | $61,675 | $87,250 |
| S Line Package | 2,500 | |||||||
| Convenience Package | 350 | |||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | ||||||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |||||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | |||||||
| Convenience Package | 325 | |||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | ||||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 405 | 405 | ||||||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 418 | 418 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,365 | |||||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| Options (change) | 8,285 | 5,435 | 3,650 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 500 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 7,705 | 5,054 | 3,320 | 955 | 955 | 955 | 455 | 0 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $34,990 | $41,125 | $54,845 | $57,895 | $59,395 | $64,145 | $67,795 | $96,395 |
| Total Invoice | $32,595 | $38,300 | $51,180 | $54,010 | $55,390 | $59,760 | $63,125 | $89,545 |
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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: $14,840 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,905 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 255hp I6 D | 335hp I4 H | 443hp V8 | 560hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 10 | 195, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 265/40-19 |
| Total Price | $34,990 | $41,125 | $54,845 | $57,895 | $59,395 | $64,145 | $67,795 | $96,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,850 | -5,015 | -4,065 | -4,065 | -4,065 | -6,615 | -8,340 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,990 | $38,275 | $49,830 | $53,830 | $55,330 | $60,080 | $61,180 | $88,055 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,285 | $0 | $4,000 | $5,500 | $10,250 | $11,350 | $38,225 |
| Total Invoice | $32,595 | $38,300 | $51,180 | $54,010 | $55,390 | $59,760 | $63,125 | $89,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,654 | -4,680 | -3,792 | -3,791 | -3,787 | -6,159 | -7,747 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,595 | $35,646 | $46,500 | $50,218 | $51,599 | $55,973 | $56,966 | $81,798 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,051 | $0 | $3,718 | $5,099 | $9,473 | $10,466 | $35,298 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 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 | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||||||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,215 | $6,065 | $8,230 | $7,280 | $7,280 | $7,280 | $9,830 | $11,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,850 | $5,015 | $4,065 | $4,065 | $4,065 | $6,615 | $8,340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,654 | -4,680 | -3,792 | -3,791 | -3,787 | -6,159 | -7,747 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 193.4 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 | 35.3 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
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 2530 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 5% |
| 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% |
| 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
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 528i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 57% |
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