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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Ford Taurus 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. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,470 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $3,080 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,928 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $2,150 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | Taurus |
| Trim | S3 | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $42,500 | $42,520 |
| Base Invoice | $39,527 | $40,182 |
| Prestige Package | 6,150 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Cargo net | 150 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 180 | 90 |
| Cargo organizer | 70 | 200 |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 1,995 | |
| Sunroof | 995 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,718 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Cargo net | 139 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 168 | 86 |
| Cargo organizer | 65 | 190 |
| Navigation system | 755 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 1,895 | |
| Sunroof | 945 | |
| Options (change) | 7,125 | 4,075 |
| Options (change) | 6,626 | 3,871 |
| Destination | 925 | 875 |
| Total Price | $50,550 | $47,470 |
| Total Invoice | $47,078 | $44,928 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,945 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,024 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | Taurus |
| Trim | S3 | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | S6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/31 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 245/45-20 |
| Total Price | $50,550 | $47,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | -135 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,415 | $47,470 |
| Total Invoice | $47,078 | $44,928 |
| Adjustments for Features | -126 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,952 | $44,928 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | Taurus |
| Trim | S3 | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,065 | $8,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $135 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -126 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,462 lb. | 4,343 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 2250 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 35% |
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