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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Lincoln MKS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Lincoln MKS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $51,745

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $2,210

Lowest Total Invoice: $48,189

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $2,827

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3MKS
TrimS3Base
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $41,100 $38,850
Base Invoice $38,224 $36,908
235/35YR19 1,500  
Advanced Technology Package 1,400  
Prestige Package 5,900  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Cargo net 150  
All-weather floor mats 180 85
Cargo organizer 70 195
Technology Package   1,995
Elite Package   3,250
3.5L V6   4,995
AWD   1,995
Panoramic sunroof   1,695
235/35YR19 1,397  
Advanced Technology Package 1,302  
Prestige Package 5,488  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511  
Cargo net 139  
All-weather floor mats 168 78
Cargo organizer 65 178
Technology Package   1,816
Elite Package   2,958
3.5L V6   4,746
AWD   1,894
Panoramic sunroof   1,543
Options (change) 9,750 14,210
Options (change) 9,070 13,213
Destination 895 895
Total Price $51,745 $53,955
Total Invoice $48,189 $51,016

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Lincoln MKS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,280
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,948
Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3MKS
TrimS3Base
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine292hp I4365hp V6
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/31 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14700, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19245/45-20
Total Price$51,745$53,955
Adjustments for Features0-930
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,745$53,025
Total Invoice$48,189$51,016
Adjustments for Features0-879
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$48,189$50,137

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Lincoln MKS

Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3MKS
TrimS3Base
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Adaptive cruise control $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation $15
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
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
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable$500 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional)$0 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Aux input $50
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150 
iPod integration$100 
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Boost gauge$75 
Cornering lights$50 
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights $125
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
LED headlights$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding second row seats$300 
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
Metal pedals$75 
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Wood trim, alternative type $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Total Value of Features$9,165$10,095
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$930
Value of Feature Adjustments0-879

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Lincoln MKS

Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3MKS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in112.9 in
Length175.4 in205.6 in
Width70.7 in75.9 in
Height55.7 in61.6 in
Curb Weight3,462 lb.4,504 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.19.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in58.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in57.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in38.6 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft319.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested215061%
Total Not Requested135039%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKS

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested105068%
Total Not Requested50032%
Elite Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
THX-certified, 700W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested117554%
Total Not Requested100046%
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
1000Yes
Polished alloy wheels0No
Active noise reduction0No
245/45VR20 tires400No
Total Requested100071%
Total Not Requested40029%

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