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Audi A3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,895

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $4,638

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,445

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $4,481

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122008
ModelA3A3Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Trim2.0T2.0 TDIWRX STI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $27,270 $30,250 $34,995
Base Invoice $25,361 $28,134 $33,010
Premium Plus Package 2,000 2,000  
Titanium Sport Package 2,000 2,000  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475  
Navigation system 2,000 2,000 1,800
Convenience Package 1,275 1,275  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     192
BBS Package     2,000
Bodyside moldings     198
Satellite radio     453
Roof rack     250
Premium Plus Package 1,860 1,860  
Titanium Sport Package 1,860 1,860  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443 443  
Navigation system 1,860 1,860 1,670
Convenience Package 1,186 1,186  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     125
BBS Package     1,857
Bodyside moldings     129
Satellite radio     340
Roof rack     150
Options (change) 7,750 7,750 4,893
Options (change) 7,209 7,209 4,271
Destination 875 875 645
Total Price $35,895 $38,875 $40,533
Total Invoice $33,445 $36,218 $37,926

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,183
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,120
Model Year201220122008
ModelA3A3Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Trim2.0T2.0 TDIWRX STI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4140hp I4 D305hp H4
TransmissionM6S6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)195, 10195, 10100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$35,895$38,875$40,533
Adjustments for Features0-1,050-1,455
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,895$37,825$39,078
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,930$0
Total Invoice$33,445$36,218$37,926
Adjustments for Features0-978-1,361
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,445$35,240$36,565
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,795$0

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year201220122008
ModelA3A3Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Trim2.0T2.0 TDIWRX STI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150
6-speed automated manual $1100 
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40$40 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Roof rack  $300
Roof rails$250$250 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Hood scoop  $100
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
CD changer, remote$200$200 
CD player  $125
SD Card slot$25$25 
Surround sound  $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Fog light, rear$100$100 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Metal pedals  $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$2,690$3,740$4,145
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,050$1,455
Value of Feature Adjustments0-978-1,361

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year20122008
ModelA3Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.5 in103.1 in
Length168.7 in173.8 in
Width69.5 in68.5 in
Height56.0 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,264 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in53.2 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.1 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
54.6 ft344.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Total Requested72546%
Total Not Requested85554%
Titanium Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40YR18 tires400No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Compass0Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested15015%
Total Not Requested85085%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Total Requested72546%
Total Not Requested85554%
Titanium Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40YR18 tires400No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Compass0Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested15015%
Total Not Requested85085%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX STI

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested70067%
Total Not Requested35033%
BBS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

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