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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,845

Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium   
Difference: $5,250

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,434

Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium   
Difference: $3,915

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3Passat
TrimA3 2.0 TDITDI SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,600 $33,925
Base Invoice $30,318 $32,534
Convenience Package 750  
Premium Plus Package 2,550  
Navigation Plus Package 2,600  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Cargo net 150 100
Convenience Package 697  
Premium Plus Package 2,371  
Navigation Plus Package 2,418  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511  
Cargo net 139 80
Options (change) 6,600 100
Options (change) 6,136 80
Destination 895 820
Total Price $40,095 $34,845
Total Invoice $37,349 $33,434

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,929
Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3Passat
TrimA3 2.0 TDITDI SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4 D150hp I4 D
TransmissionS6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)31/43 MPG30/42 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/45-18
Total Price$40,095$34,845
Adjustments for Features0-15
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$40,095$34,830
Total Invoice$37,349$33,434
Adjustments for Features0-14
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$37,349$33,420

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3Passat
TrimA3 2.0 TDITDI SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist$25 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Aux input $50
CD changer, in-dash $325
Handwriting recognition$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150 
Media drive $15
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights $125
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces $450
Total Value of Features$4,200$4,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$15
Value of Feature Adjustments0-14

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20152015
ModelA3 / S3Passat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in110.4 in
Length175.4 in191.6 in
Width70.7 in72.2 in
Height55.7 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,241 lb.3,497 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in57.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft315.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat specs.

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested32572%
Total Not Requested12528%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested89058%
Total Not Requested65042%
Navigation Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested62556%
Total Not Requested50044%

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