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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: $37,295 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||||
| Difference: $18,300 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,748 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||||
| Difference: $17,117 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | 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 | $27,270 | $30,250 | $50,200 | $55,850 | $57,350 | $62,100 | $66,300 | $94,100 |
| Base Invoice | $25,361 | $28,134 | $46,865 | $52,060 | $53,440 | $57,810 | $61,675 | $87,250 |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||||||
| Titanium Sport Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |||||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||||||
| Titanium Sport Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,365 | |||||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | 685 | 685 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||||
| Options (change) | 9,150 | 9,150 | 4,400 | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,800 | 500 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 8,512 | 8,512 | 4,005 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 455 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $37,295 | $40,275 | $55,595 | $58,645 | $60,145 | $64,895 | $67,795 | $96,395 |
| Total Invoice | $34,748 | $37,521 | $51,865 | $54,695 | $56,075 | $60,445 | $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: $13,285 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,438 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | 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 | 140hp I4 D | 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 | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 195, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 265/40-19 |
| Total Price | $37,295 | $40,275 | $55,595 | $58,645 | $60,145 | $64,895 | $67,795 | $96,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,050 | -5,015 | -4,065 | -4,065 | -4,065 | -6,215 | -7,940 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,295 | $39,225 | $50,580 | $54,580 | $56,080 | $60,830 | $61,580 | $88,455 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,930 | $0 | $4,000 | $5,500 | $10,250 | $11,000 | $37,875 |
| Total Invoice | $34,748 | $37,521 | $51,865 | $54,695 | $56,075 | $60,445 | $63,125 | $89,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -978 | -4,679 | -3,791 | -3,790 | -3,786 | -5,787 | -7,376 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,748 | $36,543 | $47,186 | $50,904 | $52,285 | $56,659 | $57,338 | $82,169 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,795 | $0 | $3,718 | $5,099 | $9,473 | $10,152 | $34,983 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | 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 | $0 | ||||||
| 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 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 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 | ||||||
| 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 | |||||||
| 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 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $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 | |||||||
| 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 | ||||||
| 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 | |||||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| 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 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,165 | $4,215 | $8,180 | $7,230 | $7,230 | $7,230 | $9,380 | $11,105 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,050 | $5,015 | $4,065 | $4,065 | $4,065 | $6,215 | $7,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -978 | -4,679 | -3,791 | -3,790 | -3,786 | -5,787 | -7,376 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 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
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | 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 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | 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 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535d
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series ActiveHybrid 5
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
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