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Audi A3 / S3 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 / S3 vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $51,345 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $21,675 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,817 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $19,553 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | S3 | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $41,100 | $62,000 |
| Base Invoice | $38,224 | $57,220 |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |
| Sport Package | 2,600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| AWD | 2,300 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | |
| Sport Package | 2,365 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Proximity key | 910 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| AWD | 2,115 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 9,350 | 10,125 |
| Options (change) | 8,698 | 9,255 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $51,345 | $73,020 |
| Total Invoice | $47,817 | $67,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,470 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,293 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | S3 | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp I4 | 400hp V8 |
| Transmission | S6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/31 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $51,345 | $73,020 |
| Adjustments for Features | -795 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,550 | $73,020 |
| Total Invoice | $47,817 | $67,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -740 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,077 | $67,370 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 5-Series |
| Trim | S3 | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 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 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,350 | $7,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $795 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -740 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 193.1 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,462 lb. | 4,519 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 49% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
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