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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: $34,190

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $6,535

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,739

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $5,193

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelA3Passat
Trim3.2V6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $35,875 $32,950
Base Invoice $33,364 $31,600
Cold Weather Package 500  
Navigation system 1,950  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475  
Panoramic sunroof 1,100  
Cargo net   95
Rear spoiler   375
Cold Weather Package 466  
Navigation system 1,813  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 441  
Panoramic sunroof 1,023  
Cargo net   69
Rear spoiler   300
Options (change) 4,025 470
Options (change) 3,743 369
Destination 825 770
Total Price $40,725 $34,190
Total Invoice $37,932 $32,739

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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: $4,900
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,670
Model Year20092012
ModelA3Passat
Trim3.2V6 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$40,725$34,190
Adjustments for Features-1,6350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,090$34,190
Total Invoice$37,932$32,739
Adjustments for Features-1,5230
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$36,409$32,739

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20092012
ModelA3Passat
Trim3.2V6 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 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Fog light, rear$100 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Manual height adjuster, passenger 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, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Total Value of Features$5,800$4,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,635$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,5230

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20092012
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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Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested240100%
Total Not Requested00%

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