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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: $34,435

Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium   
Difference: $5,815

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,014

Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium   
Difference: $4,479

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152014
ModelA3 / S3Passat
TrimA3 2.0 TDITDI SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,600 $33,395
Base Invoice $30,318 $32,026
Convenience Package 750  
Premium Plus Package 2,550  
Navigation Plus Package 2,600  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Cargo net 150 95
Cargo mat 155 125
Convenience Package 697  
Premium Plus Package 2,371  
Navigation Plus Package 2,418  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511  
Cargo net 139 69
Cargo mat 144 99
Options (change) 6,755 220
Options (change) 6,280 168
Destination 895 820
Total Price $40,250 $34,435
Total Invoice $37,493 $33,014

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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: $5,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,214
Model Year20152014
ModelA3 / S3Passat
TrimA3 2.0 TDITDI SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4 D140hp I4 D
TransmissionS6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)31/43 MPG30/40 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/45-18
Total Price$40,250$34,435
Adjustments for Features-2850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,965$34,435
Total Invoice$37,493$33,014
Adjustments for Features-2650
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$37,228$33,014

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20152014
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 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Aux input $50
CD player $125
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$4,375$4,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$285$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2650

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20152014
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.3,397 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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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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