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Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,790

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $5,535

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,315

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $4,240

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082013
ModelA3Passat
Trim3.2 S lineV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,915 $33,525
Base Invoice $32,471 $32,151
Cold Weather Package 700  
Navigation system 1,950  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 450  
Bluetooth cell phone link 435  
iPod integration 0  
Panoramic sunroof 1,100  
Cargo net   95
Rear spoiler   375
Cold Weather Package 650  
Navigation system 1,813  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 418  
Bluetooth cell phone link 405  
iPod integration 0  
Panoramic sunroof 1,023  
Cargo net   69
Rear spoiler   300
Options (change) 4,635 470
Options (change) 4,309 369
Destination 775 795
Total Price $40,325 $34,790
Total Invoice $37,555 $33,315

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,462
Model Year20082013
ModelA3Passat
Trim3.2 S lineV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine250hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionS6S6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)195, 10400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/45-18
Total Price$40,325$34,790
Adjustments for Features-8350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,490$34,790
Total Invoice$37,555$33,315
Adjustments for Features-7780
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$36,777$33,315

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082013
ModelA3Passat
Trim3.2 S lineV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Ski sack$50 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Fog light, rear$100 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$5,050$4,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$835$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7780

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082013
ModelA3Passat
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.5 in110.4 in
Length168.7 in191.6 in
Width69.5 in72.2 in
Height56.0 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,660 lb.3,446 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in56.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in57.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft315.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		54.6 ft315.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat specs.

Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Ski sack50No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested24083%
Total Not Requested5017%

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