Audi A3 Audi A3 2010 Mazda RX-8 Mazda RX-8 2011

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

Join Us

Audi A3 vs. Mazda RX-8 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 vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,290

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $978

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,880

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $572

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102011
ModelA3RX-8
Trim2.0TGrand Touring
Body4dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Base Price $27,270 $32,260
Base Invoice $25,361 $29,878
Premium Plus Package 2,000  
Cold Weather Package 500  
Convenience Package 1,000  
Navigation system 2,000 2,000
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475  
All-weather floor mats 120 78
6-speed manual 0  
Panoramic sunroof 1,100  
6-speed shiftable automatic   700
Cargo net   40
Temporary spare tire   395
Premium Plus Package 1,860  
Cold Weather Package 466  
Convenience Package 930  
Navigation system 1,860 1,720
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443  
All-weather floor mats 112 62
6-speed manual 0  
Panoramic sunroof 1,023  
6-speed shiftable automatic   645
Cargo net   32
Temporary spare tire   320
Options (change) 7,195 3,213
Options (change) 6,694 2,779
Destination 825 795
Total Price $35,290 $36,268
Total Invoice $32,880 $33,452

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 dealer quotes or Mazda RX-8 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 vs. Mazda RX-8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $543
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $171
Model Year20102011
ModelA3RX-8
Trim2.0TGrand Touring
Body4dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Engine200hp I4212hp R2
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/30 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)195, 10300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-18
Total Price$35,290$36,268
Adjustments for Features0-435
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,290$35,833
Total Invoice$32,880$33,452
Adjustments for Features0-401
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,880$33,051

Return to top

Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20102011
ModelA3RX-8
Trim2.0TGrand Touring
Body4dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Second-row high console $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear wiper$175 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
SD Card slot$25 
Surround sound $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Fog light, rear$100 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,715$4,150
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$435
Value of Feature Adjustments0-401

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20102011
ModelA3RX-8
Body4dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Wheelbase101.5 in106.4 in
Length168.7 in175.6 in
Width69.5 in69.7 in
Height56.0 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,263 lb.3,094 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.1 ft37.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
54.6 ft37.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Total Requested115573%
Total Not Requested42527%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested22594%
Total Not Requested156%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Compass0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested37550%
Total Not Requested37550%

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
1.3L R2
OHV-2v
212 hp@7500
159 lb-ft@5500
1000Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

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.