Audi A3 / S3 Audi A3 / S3 2016 Cadillac DTS Cadillac DTS 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Audi A3 / S3 vs. Cadillac DTS 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.

Audi A3 / S3 vs. Cadillac DTS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,405

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $5,080

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,086

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $4,660

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162006
ModelA3 / S3DTS
TrimS3Performance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $42,500 $49,695
Base Invoice $39,527 $46,465
235/35YR19 1,500  
Technology Package 2,600  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575  
Cargo net 150  
Cargo mat 155  
Navigation system   1,795
Sunroof   1,200
235/35YR19 1,397  
Technology Package 2,418  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536  
Cargo net 139  
Cargo mat 144  
Navigation system   1,490
Sunroof   996
Options (change) 4,980 2,995
Options (change) 4,634 2,486
Destination 925 795
Total Price $48,405 $53,485
Total Invoice $45,086 $49,746

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Audi A3 / S3 dealer quotes or Cadillac DTS dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Cadillac DTS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,995
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,444
Model Year20162006
ModelA3 / S3DTS
TrimS3Performance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine292hp I4291hp V8
TransmissionS6A4
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/31 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19245/50-18
Total Price$48,405$53,485
Adjustments for Features-1,9150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$46,490$53,485
Total Invoice$45,086$49,746
Adjustments for Features-1,7840
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$43,302$49,746

Return to top

Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20162006
ModelA3 / S3DTS
TrimS3Performance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
4-speed automatic $800
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Secondary collision brake assist$25 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Super-heated washer fluid $100
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player$0 
Handwriting recognition$200 
HD radio$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150 
iPod integration$100 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Boost gauge$75 
Cornering lights $50
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights $125
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats $225
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks $200
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,815$5,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,915$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,7840

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Cadillac DTS

Model Year20162006
ModelA3 / S3DTS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in115.6 in
Length175.4 in207.6 in
Width70.7 in74.8 in
Height55.7 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,462 lb.4,009 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in60.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in59.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in42.0 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft318.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Total Requested70053%
Total Not Requested62547%

Option Package Details
Cadillac DTS Performance

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks, Convertibles, and Sedans.
See TrueDelta's information for all Audi models.