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Audi A3 vs. Ford Explorer 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. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,470 Ford Explorer XLT | ||
| Difference: $400 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,156 Ford Explorer XLT | ||
| Difference: $337 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.0T | XLT |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,270 | $29,280 |
| Base Invoice | $25,361 | $27,404 |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 75 |
| iPod integration | 50 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,480 | |
| AWD | 2,100 | 2,320 |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 670 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 466 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 112 | 64 |
| iPod integration | 47 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,378 | |
| AWD | 1,951 | 2,112 |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 569 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | |
| Options (change) | 6,725 | 4,375 |
| Options (change) | 6,257 | 3,937 |
| Destination | 875 | 815 |
| Total Price | $34,870 | $34,470 |
| Total Invoice | $32,493 | $32,156 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,295 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,242 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.0T | XLT |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | S6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/28 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 10 | 80, 4 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 235/70-16 |
| Total Price | $34,870 | $34,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,695 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,175 | $34,470 |
| Total Invoice | $32,493 | $32,156 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,579 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,914 | $32,156 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.0T | XLT |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,540 | $4,845 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,695 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,579 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,479 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 83.7 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 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 555 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| SYNC and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 46% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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