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Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,060 Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: $5,215 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,715 Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: $3,946 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | Passat |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI | TDI SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,250 | $32,195 |
| Base Invoice | $28,134 | $30,876 |
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| iPod integration | -200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | |
| Cargo net | 95 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | |
| Navigation system | 1,860 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| iPod integration | -186 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | |
| Cargo net | 69 | |
| Options (change) | 7,150 | 95 |
| Options (change) | 6,652 | 69 |
| Destination | 875 | 770 |
| Total Price | $38,275 | $33,060 |
| Total Invoice | $35,661 | $31,715 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,830 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,587 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | Passat |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI | TDI SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 140hp I4 D | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 30/42 MPG | 30/40 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $38,275 | $33,060 |
| Adjustments for Features | -385 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,890 | $33,060 |
| Total Invoice | $35,661 | $31,715 |
| Adjustments for Features | -359 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,302 | $31,715 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | Passat |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI | TDI SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $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 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| 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 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,250 | $3,865 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $385 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -359 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,362 lb. | 3,397 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 705 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 55% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 72% |
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