Audi A5 / S5 Audi A5 / S5 2011 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2008

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: $49,770

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $4,530

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,625

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $4,940

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120082008
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S53-Series3-Series
TrimA5 2.0TS5 4.2328i335i
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $36,900 $53,650 $35,600 $41,200
Base Invoice $34,318 $49,895 $32,750 $37,905
Sport Package 1,450   400 400
Prestige Package 8,700 5,900    
Audi Drive Select Package 2,950 3,950    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475 550 550
Wood trim 350 500    
Sunshade, rear, power 500 500 350 350
Adaptive cruise control 2,100 2,100 2,400 2,400
Navigation system     2,100 2,100
Premium Package     3,350 2,650
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls     100 100
Satellite radio - one year subscription     595 595
Active steering     1,400 1,400
Proximity key     500 500
Heated front seats     500 500
iPod integration     400 400
HD radio     350 350
Obstacle detection, rear     350 350
Sport Package 1,349   365 365
Prestige Package 8,092 5,487    
Audi Drive Select Package 2,743 3,673    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443 443 500 500
Wood trim 325 466    
Sunshade, rear, power 466 466 320 320
Adaptive cruise control 1,954 1,954 2,135 2,135
Navigation system     1,910 1,910
Premium Package     3,050 2,410
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls     90 90
Satellite radio - one year subscription     540 540
Active steering     1,230 1,230
Proximity key     455 455
Heated front seats     455 455
iPod integration     365 365
HD radio     315 315
Obstacle detection, rear     320 320
Options (change) 16,525 13,425 13,345 12,645
Options (change) 15,372 12,489 12,050 11,410
Destination 875 875 825 825
Gas Tax 0 1,300 0 0
Total Price $54,300 $69,250 $49,770 $54,670
Total Invoice $50,565 $64,559 $45,625 $50,140

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: $2,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,092
Model Year2011201120082008
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S53-Series3-Series
TrimA5 2.0TS5 4.2328i335i
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine211hp I4354hp V8230hp I6300hp I6
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)505, 14505, 14?, 10300, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/35-19225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$54,300$69,250$49,770$54,670
Adjustments for Features-1,985-2,7350-250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$52,315$66,515$49,770$54,420
Cost Above Minimum$0$14,200$0$4,650
Total Invoice$50,565$64,559$45,625$50,140
Adjustments for Features-1,848-2,5500-229
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$48,717$62,009$45,625$49,911
Cost Above Minimum$0$13,292$0$4,286

Return to top

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

Model Year2011201120082008
ModelA5 / S5A5 / S53-Series3-Series
TrimA5 2.0TS5 4.2328i335i
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
AWD$1700$1700  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row  $100$100
Forward collision warning$200$200  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0  
Rearview camera$200$200  
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Tires, run-flat  $150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Cargo mat  $40$40
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250  
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150
Residual heat  $50$50
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500  
Exterior 
Power-venting glass roof panel$300$300  
Sunroof  $900$900
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player$0$0  
Media drive$15$15  
Satellite radio$200$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250
SD Card slot$25$25  
Surround sound$250$250 $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog light, rear$100$100  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats$75$75  
Leather door panel trim $250  
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Total Value of Features$4,465$5,215$2,480$2,730
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,985$2,735$0$250
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,848-2,5500-229

Return to top

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

Model Year20112008
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 Weight3,683 lb.3,352 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 Legroom41.3 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.0 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom31.7 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft311.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T

Sport 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
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
255/35YR19 tires400No
Total Requested70064%
Total Not Requested40036%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Compass0Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested337583%
Total Not Requested71517%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Active steering1000Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested100059%
Total Not Requested70041%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 4.2

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested187577%
Total Not Requested56523%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Active rear differential500No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Active steering1000Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested100045%
Total Not Requested120055%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Total Requested260091%
Total Not Requested2509%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested20025%
Total Not Requested60075%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested20025%
Total Not Requested60075%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested170087%
Total Not Requested25013%

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.