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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu 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. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,875 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||||
| Difference: $5,925 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,402 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||||
| Difference: $5,024 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | Malibu |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TDI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,900 | $32,600 | $33,200 | $41,100 | $27,165 |
| Base Invoice | $27,808 | $30,318 | $30,876 | $38,224 | $25,806 |
| Convenience Package | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | 2,550 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Cargo mat | 155 | 155 | 155 | 155 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 697 | 697 | 697 | 697 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,371 | 2,371 | 2,371 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 511 | 511 | 511 | |
| Cargo mat | 144 | 144 | 144 | 144 | |
| Sunroof | 748 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | ||||
| Options (change) | 4,005 | 4,005 | 4,005 | 1,455 | 950 |
| Options (change) | 3,723 | 3,723 | 3,723 | 1,352 | 836 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 895 | 760 |
| Total Price | $34,800 | $37,500 | $38,100 | $43,450 | $28,875 |
| Total Invoice | $32,426 | $34,936 | $35,494 | $40,471 | $27,402 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,335 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,542 | |||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | Malibu |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TDI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 220hp I4 | 292hp I4 | 169hp I4 |
| Transmission | S6 | S6 | S6 | S6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $34,800 | $37,500 | $38,100 | $43,450 | $28,875 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,590 | -1,590 | -3,290 | -4,740 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,210 | $35,910 | $34,810 | $38,710 | $28,875 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,700 | $1,600 | $5,500 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,426 | $34,936 | $35,494 | $40,471 | $27,402 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,482 | -1,481 | -3,065 | -4,415 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,944 | $33,455 | $32,429 | $36,056 | $27,402 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,511 | $1,485 | $5,112 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | Malibu |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TDI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,990 | $4,990 | $6,690 | $8,140 | $3,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,590 | $1,590 | $3,290 | $4,740 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,482 | -1,481 | -3,065 | -4,415 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,176 lb. | 3,416 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 28% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 66% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 28% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 66% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 28% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 66% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 29% |
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