Audi A5 / S5 Audi A5 / S5 2008 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Audi A5 / S5 vs. BMW 3-Series 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.

Audi A5 / S5 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,945

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $3,045

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,275

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $3,147

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008201220122012
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S53-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimA5S5328i335iM3
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $39,900 $50,500 $38,700 $45,100 $60,100
Base Invoice $37,108 $46,966 $35,785 $41,670 $55,470
Navigation system 2,390 2,390 2,150 2,150  
Premium Package 1,850   3,600 2,000 4,350
Technology Package 1,700 1,700      
S Line Package 2,900        
6-speed manual 0        
Upgraded leather upholstery 1,000        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475 550 550 550
Wood trim   500     0
Satellite radio - one year subscription     350 350 350
Heated front seats     500 500  
Convenience Package     1,200 1,200  
Cold Weather Package         750
Leather door panel trim         1,100
Sunroof         0
Rear spoiler         0
Navigation system 2,178 2,178 1,955 1,955  
Premium Package 1,721   3,275 1,820 3,960
Technology Package 1,580 1,580      
S Line Package 2,698        
6-speed manual 0        
Upgraded leather upholstery 930        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 432 432 500 500 500
Wood trim   466     0
Satellite radio - one year subscription     320 320 320
Heated front seats     455 455  
Convenience Package     1,090 1,090  
Cold Weather Package         685
Leather door panel trim         1,000
Sunroof         0
Rear spoiler         0
Options (change) 10,315 5,065 8,350 6,750 7,100
Options (change) 9,539 4,656 7,595 6,140 6,465
Destination 775 775 895 895 895
Gas Tax 0 1,300 0 0 1,300
Total Price $50,990 $57,640 $47,945 $52,745 $69,395
Total Invoice $47,422 $53,697 $44,275 $48,705 $64,130

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Audi A5 / S5 dealer quotes or BMW 3-Series dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,631
Model Year20082008201220122012
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S53-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimA5S5328i335iM3
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine265hp V6354hp V8230hp I6300hp I6414hp V8
TransmissionM6M6M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10180, 10180, 8180, 8180, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/35-19225/45-17225/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$50,990$57,640$47,945$52,745$69,395
Adjustments for Features-555-95500-1,175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,435$56,685$47,945$52,745$68,220
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,250$0$4,800$20,275
Total Invoice$47,422$53,697$44,275$48,705$64,130
Adjustments for Features-516-89000-1,086
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$46,906$52,807$44,275$48,705$63,044
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,901$0$4,430$18,769

Return to top

Features Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20082008201220122012
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S53-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimA5S5328i335iM3
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150$150
AWD$1700$1700   
RWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app  $25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15
Sunshade, rear, power  $225$225$225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row  $100$100$100
Knee airbag, driver$75$75   
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75   
Obstacle detection, front  $150$150 
Rearview camera$200$200   
Temporary spare tire$150$150   
Tires, run-flat  $150$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50$50
Cargo mat  $40$40$40
Rear seat pass-through $100$100$100$100
Ski sack    $50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250   
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150$150
Residual heat  $50$50$50
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop    $150
Exterior 
Power-venting glass roof panel$300$300   
Rear spoiler    $200
Sport rocker panels (optional)    $0
Sunroof  $900$900$900
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50$50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325   
CD player  $125$125$125
DVD-compatible player  $0$0$0
HD radio  $50$50$50
Media drive  $15$15$15
Satellite radio$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25   
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200
Traffic information  $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog light, rear$100$100   
Fog lights$125$125$125$125 
Headlight washers$50$50  $50
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100  $100
Leather door panel trim$250$250  $250
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50  $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  $50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100
Wood trim $300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200
Total Value of Features$4,175$4,575$3,620$3,620$4,795
Value of Feature Adjustments$555$955$0$0$1,175
Value of Feature Adjustments-516-89000-1,086

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20082012
ModelA5 / S53-Series
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase108.3 in108.7 in
Length182.1 in181.1 in
Width73.0 in70.2 in
Height54.0 in54.1 in
Curb Weight3,738 lb.3,363 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.0 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft311.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%
S Line Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
255/35YR19 tires400No
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested250072%
Total Not Requested95028%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Total Requested60059%
Total Not Requested41541%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested50057%
Total Not Requested37543%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Total Requested60059%
Total Not Requested41541%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested160097%
Total Not Requested503%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested50057%
Total Not Requested37543%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Upholstered door panels, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested270084%
Total Not Requested51516%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested25083%
Total Not Requested5017%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes, Convertibles, and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Audi models.