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Audi R8 vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi R8 vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $49,295

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI   
Difference: $129,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,919

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI   
Difference: $120,516

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172018
ModelR8A3 / S3 / RS3
TrimSpyder V10A3 2.0 TFSI
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $175,100 $38,350
Base Invoice $162,843 $35,666
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575 575
All-weather floor mats 545 100
Prestige Package   8,450
Sport Package   650
Metal pedals   195
Metallic paint (extra cost) 535 536
All-weather floor mats 507 94
Prestige Package   7,860
Sport Package   606
Metal pedals   182
Options (change) 1,120 9,970
Options (change) 1,042 9,278
Destination 1,250 975
Gas Tax 1,300 0
Total Price $178,770 $49,295
Total Invoice $166,435 $45,919

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $127,205
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $118,403
Model Year20172018
ModelR8A3 / S3 / RS3
TrimSpyder V10A3 2.0 TFSI
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine540hp V10186hp I4
TransmissionS7S7
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)550, 13625, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/35-19225/40-18
Total Price$178,770$49,295
Adjustments for Features-2,2700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$176,500$49,295
Total Invoice$166,435$45,919
Adjustments for Features-2,1130
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$164,322$45,919

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Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Model Year20172018
ModelR8A3 / S3 / RS3
TrimSpyder V10A3 2.0 TFSI
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850
Cruise control$150 
Power rear side windows $200
Universal garage door opener$100 
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Forward collision warning $200
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Side curtain airbags$350 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable$500 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished fuel door$100 
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Infotainment 
CD player, remote$100 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Chronometer$100 
Cornering lights $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Performance meter$150 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats $300
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
No leather in second row$-300 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Total Value of Features$6,935$4,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,270$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,1130

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Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Model Year20172018
ModelR8A3 / S3 / RS3
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase104.3 in102.2 in
Length174.4 in175.4 in
Width75.0 in70.2 in
Height49.0 in55.5 in
Curb Weight3,738 lb.3,429 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.5 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in45.7 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in31.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
3.5 ft37.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
3.59.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Surround sound250Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Remote app25Yes
Speed limit information0No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Compass0Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Total Requested384063%
Total Not Requested230037%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%

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