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Audi A8 vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A8 vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,700

Tesla Model 3   
Difference: $39,725

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112018
ModelA8Model 3
TrimA8Base
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $78,050 $49,000
Convenience Package 2,350  
Leather door panel trim 750  
LED headlights 1,400  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000
Convenience Package 2,185  
Leather door panel trim 699  
LED headlights 1,302  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 4,500 1,000
Options (change) 4,186 0
Destination 875 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $83,425 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $33,080
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $77,763
Model Year20112018
ModelA8Model 3
TrimA8Base
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine372hp V8258hp E
TransmissionT8A1
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/27 MPG136/123 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 14?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19235/45-18
Total Price$83,425$43,700
Adjustments for Features-6,6450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$76,780$43,700

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Features Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20112018
ModelA8Model 3
TrimA8Base
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
1-speed automatic $800
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power trunk closer$350 
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry$225 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Forward collision warning $200
Full-size spare tire$225 
Lane departure warning $200
Rear side airbags$300 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Interior air filter$0 
Residual heat$50 
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
75 kWh battery pack $0
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Aux input$50 
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Handwriting recognition$200 
HD radio$50 
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive$15 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Range alert $0
Satellite radio$200 
SD Card slot$25 
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Cornering lights$50 
Digital instruments $0
Fog light, rear$100 
Headlight washers$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Tachometer$75 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Memory system, passenger seat$150 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000 
Total Value of Features$10,720$4,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,645$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,1850

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See a complete comparison of Audi A8 vs. Tesla Model 3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20112018
ModelA8Model 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase117.8 in113.2 in
Length202.2 in184.8 in
Width76.7 in72.8 in
Height57.5 in56.8 in
Curb Weight4,409 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in56.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.1 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.8 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.7 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume13.2 ft315.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A8 vs. Tesla Model 3 specs.

Option Package Details
Audi A8 A8

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested85071%
Total Not Requested35029%

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