| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,110 Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| Difference: $8,627 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,393 Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| Difference: $6,712 | ||
|
|
||
Calculate Payments |
||
|
|
||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | A3 e-tron | R |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $39,500 | $35,650 |
| Base Invoice | $36,736 | $34,225 |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,100 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Cargo net | 155 | 100 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,295 | |
| DCC & Navigation Package | 2,245 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,884 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,998 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Cargo net | 144 | 80 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,114 | |
| DCC & Navigation Package | 2,154 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 12,430 | 3,640 |
| Options (change) | 11,562 | 3,348 |
| Destination | 975 | 820 |
| Gas Tax | -4,168 | 0 |
| Total Price | $48,737 | $40,110 |
| Total Invoice | $45,105 | $38,393 |
|
|
||
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 / S3 / RS3 dealer quotes or Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,037 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,240 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | A3 e-tron | R |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 150hp I4 PiH | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | S6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 22/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $48,737 | $40,110 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,590 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,147 | $40,110 |
| Total Invoice | $45,105 | $38,393 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,472 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,633 | $38,393 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | A3 e-tron | R |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished fuel door | $100 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,940 | $5,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,590 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,472 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 169.8 in | 167.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,012 lb. | 3,283 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.9 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.5 ft3 | 52.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 e-tron
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 32% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2375 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 3040 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic collision intervention | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
| DCC & Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | No |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 64% |
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 Audi models.
