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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW X3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,870

Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI   
Difference: $13,665

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,427

Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI   
Difference: $12,108

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201520152008
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3X3
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS33.0si
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $29,900 $32,600 $33,200 $41,100 $38,600
Base Invoice $27,808 $30,318 $30,876 $38,224 $35,510
Cold Weather Package 500 500 500    
Power passenger seat 500 500 500    
Navigation Plus Package 1,900 1,900 1,900 2,600  
iPod integration 350 350 350    
Aluminum Style Package 450 450 450    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550 475
Cargo mat 155 155 155 155  
Cargo organizer 70 70 70 70  
Rear side airbags 350 350 350 350 385
Sport suspension (upgrade) 250 250 250    
Driver Assistance Package       1,400  
Convenience Package       750  
Sport Package         2,300
Premium Package         2,800
Obstacle detection, rear         700
HD radio         350
Heated front seats         500
Xenon HID headlights         800
Navigation system         1,800
Aluminum trim         0
Cold Weather Package 467 467 467    
Power passenger seat 467 467 467    
Navigation Plus Package 1,768 1,768 1,768 2,418  
iPod integration 325 325 325    
Aluminum Style Package 419 419 419    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511 511 511 511 430
Cargo mat 144 144 144 144  
Cargo organizer 65 65 65 65  
Rear side airbags 325 325 325 325 350
Sport suspension (upgrade) 233 233 233    
Driver Assistance Package       1,302  
Convenience Package       697  
Sport Package         2,095
Premium Package         2,550
Obstacle detection, rear         635
HD radio         315
Heated front seats         455
Xenon HID headlights         730
Navigation system         1,640
Aluminum trim         0
Options (change) 5,075 5,075 5,075 5,875 10,110
Options (change) 4,724 4,724 4,724 5,462 9,200
Destination 895 895 895 895 825
Total Price $35,870 $38,570 $39,170 $47,870 $49,535
Total Invoice $33,427 $35,937 $36,495 $44,581 $45,535

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW X3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,727
Model Year20152015201520152008
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3X3
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS33.0si
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine170hp I4150hp I4 D220hp I4292hp I4260hp I6
TransmissionS6S6S6S6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10180, 10180, 10180, 10?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18235/50-18
Total Price$35,870$38,570$39,170$47,870$49,535
Adjustments for Features00-1,700-4,825-2,590
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,870$38,570$37,470$43,045$46,945
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,700$1,600$7,175$0
Total Invoice$33,427$35,937$36,495$44,581$45,535
Adjustments for Features00-1,584-4,493-2,381
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,427$35,937$34,911$40,088$43,154
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,510$1,484$6,661$0

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW X3

Model Year20152015201520152008
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3X3
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS33.0si
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100$1100$1100 
6-speed manual    $150
FWD$0$0   
AWD  $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Proximity key   $250 
Remote window/roof operation    $15
Universal garage door opener    $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system   $200 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Hill descent control    $250
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front   $150$150
Obstacle detection, rear   $250$250
Rearview camera   $200 
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25$25 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs    $50
Cargo cover    $75
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100 
Roof rails    $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125$125 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100 
Rear wiper    $175
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500 
Exterior 
Body kit   $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Panoramic sunroof    $1200
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Skid plate (one)    $50
Sunroof, large$1100$1100$1100$1100 
Wheel-lip moldings    $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity   $0 
Aux input    $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25 
CD player    $125
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0 
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet   $150 
iPod integration$100$100$100$100 
Satellite radio$200$200$200$200 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   $150$150
Boost gauge   $75 
Compass   $0$0
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights    $125
Interior ambient lighting   $150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse    $25
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50
Steering-linked headlights    $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates   $100$100
Floor mats$75$75$75$75 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat    $200
Metal pedals   $75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100 
Total Value of Features$3,675$3,675$5,375$8,500$6,265
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$1,700$4,825$2,590
Value of Feature Adjustments00-1,584-4,493-2,381

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. BMW X3

Model Year20152008
ModelA3 / S3X3
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.8 in110.1 in
Length175.4 in179.7 in
Width70.7 in73.0 in
Height55.7 in66.0 in
Curb Weight3,176 lb.4,013 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in55.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.3 ft330.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.371.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested240100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested60065%
Total Not Requested32535%
Aluminum Style Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested240100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested60065%
Total Not Requested32535%
Aluminum Style Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested240100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested60065%
Total Not Requested32535%
Aluminum Style Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested40050%
Total Not Requested40050%
Navigation Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested60053%
Total Not Requested52547%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested425100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 3.0si

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Body kit0Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Special exterior trim0No
235/50HR18 tires400No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested172582%
Total Not Requested37518%

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