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Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $50,220

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $6,890

Lowest Total Invoice: $46,845

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $6,443

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820152015201520152015
ModelA4 / S4 / RS4A4 / S4 / RS43-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimS4RS4328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3M3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $48,610 $66,910 $37,500 $39,000 $43,750 $50,150 $62,000
Base Invoice $45,207 $62,227 $35,180 $36,560 $40,930 $46,820 $57,720
Convenience Package 2,125            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475   550 550 550 550 550
iPod integration 0 0          
Bluetooth cell phone link 500            
Navigation system 1,950   2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150  
Heated second row seats 225            
Obstacle detection, rear 350            
Sunshade, rear, power 400   575 575 575 575 350
Premium Package   4,000 3,100 3,100 2,200 2,200  
Sport Line     2,500 2,500 1,700 1,700  
Steering-linked headlights     900 900      
Cold Weather Package     950 950 950 950  
Adaptive dampers - electrical     1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
Executive Package             4,300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather             2,650
Sunroof             0
Wood trim             0
Convenience Package 1,977            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443   500 500 500 500 500
iPod integration 0 0          
Bluetooth cell phone link 466            
Navigation system 1,813   1,955 1,955 1,955 1,955  
Heated second row seats 209            
Obstacle detection, rear 325            
Sunshade, rear, power 373   525 525 525 525 320
Premium Package   3,720 2,820 2,820 2,000 2,000  
Sport Line     2,275 2,275 1,545 1,545  
Steering-linked headlights     820 820      
Cold Weather Package     865 865 865 865  
Adaptive dampers - electrical     910 910 910 910 910
Executive Package             3,915
Upholstered instrument panel, leather             2,410
Sunroof             0
Wood trim             0
Options (change) 6,025 4,000 11,725 11,725 9,125 9,125 8,850
Options (change) 5,606 3,720 10,670 10,670 8,300 8,300 8,055
Destination 775 775 995 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 1,700 2,100 0 0 0 0 0
Total Price $57,110 $73,785 $50,220 $51,720 $53,870 $60,270 $71,845
Total Invoice $53,288 $68,822 $46,845 $48,225 $50,225 $56,115 $66,770

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,714
Model Year2008200820152015201520152015
ModelA4 / S4 / RS4A4 / S4 / RS43-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimS4RS4328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3M3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine340hp V8420hp V8240hp I4180hp I4 D300hp I6335hp I6 H425hp I6
TransmissionM6M6M6T8M6T8M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)215, 10215, 10205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18255/35-19225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18255/40-18
Total Price$57,110$73,785$50,220$51,720$53,870$60,270$71,845
Adjustments for Features0-600-290-1,740-590-1,765-3,215
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$57,110$73,185$49,930$49,980$53,280$58,505$68,630
Cost Above Minimum$0$16,075$0$50$3,350$8,575$18,700
Total Invoice$53,288$68,822$46,845$48,225$50,225$56,115$66,770
Adjustments for Features0-560-271-1,622-550-1,643-2,988
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$53,288$68,262$46,574$46,603$49,675$54,472$63,782
Cost Above Minimum$0$14,974$0$29$3,101$7,898$17,208

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Features Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year2008200820152015201520152015
ModelA4 / S4 / RS4A4 / S4 / RS43-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimS4RS4328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3M3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150 $150 $150
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1300 $1300 
AWD$1700$1700     
RWD  $0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate  $100$100$100$100$100
Heated steering wheel  $100$100$100$100$100
Proximity key  $250$250$250$250$250
Remote app  $25$25$25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15$15$15
Sunshades, second row$125$125$125$125$125$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire$225$225     
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75$75$75$75
Obstacle detection, front      $150
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250    $250
Rearview camera      $200
Tires, run-flat  $150$150$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50$50$50$50
Cargo net$40$40     
Rear seat pass-through$100$100     
Ski sack$50$50     
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50     
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150$150$150$150
Residual heat  $50$50$50$50$50
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential      $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150$150$150$150
Regenerative braking  $0$0$0 $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0$0$0$0$0
Body kit $0     
Bodyside moldings$75$75     
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25    $25
Painted brake calipers (optional)      $0
Rear spoiler$200$200    $200
Sport rocker panels (optional)      $0
Infotainment 
App support  $0$0$0$0$0
Aux input  $50$50$50$50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25$25$25
CD player  $125$125$125$125$125
DVD-compatible player  $0$0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition  $200$200$200$200$200
HD radio  $50$50$50$50$50
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150$150$150$150
iPod integration$100$100     
Media drive  $15$15$15$15$15
S Voice support  $0$0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200     
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250$250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25     
Siri Eyes Free support  $0$0$0$0$0
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200$200$200
Traffic + travel information  $25$25$25$25$25
USB port  $25$25$25$25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100$100$100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights      $50
Fog light, rear$100$100     
Fog lights$125$125$125$125$125$125 
Head-up display (HUD)      $350
Large energy flow and fuel economy display     $25 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25$25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100      
Carbon fiber trim $200     
Leather door panel trim$250$250    $250
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50$50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Upholstered instrument panel, leather      $1000
Wood trim   $300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500$500$500
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200$200$200$200
Hydraulically cross-linked dampers $500     
Performance steering system (optional)      $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0 $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0     
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching      $50
Total Value of Features$3,890$4,490$4,180$5,630$4,480$5,655$7,105
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$600$290$1,740$590$1,765$3,215
Value of Feature Adjustments0-560-271-1,622-550-1,643-2,988

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20082015
ModelA4 / S4 / RS43-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in110.6 in
Length180.6 in182.5 in
Width69.8 in71.3 in
Height56.2 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.3,411 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.6 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.4 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume13.4 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 S4

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested102575%
Total Not Requested35025%

Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 RS4

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested190084%
Total Not Requested37516%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive dampers - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested25033%
Total Not Requested50067%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested210078%
Total Not Requested60022%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested50043%
Total Not Requested65057%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested60054%
Total Not Requested51546%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive dampers - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested25033%
Total Not Requested50067%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested210078%
Total Not Requested60022%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested50043%
Total Not Requested65057%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested60054%
Total Not Requested51546%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Adaptive dampers - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested25033%
Total Not Requested50067%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested120067%
Total Not Requested60033%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested50043%
Total Not Requested65057%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested60054%
Total Not Requested51546%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

Adaptive dampers - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested25033%
Total Not Requested50067%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested120067%
Total Not Requested60033%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested50043%
Total Not Requested65057%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested60054%
Total Not Requested51546%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Upgraded leather upholstery-450No
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested70056%
Total Not Requested55044%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Headlight washers50Yes
Proximity key250No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested50026%
Total Not Requested140074%

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