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Audi R8 vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi R8 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $71,395

BMW 3-Series M3   
Difference: $52,355

Lowest Total Invoice: $67,095

BMW 3-Series M3   
Difference: $48,210

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelR83-Series
Trim4.2M3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $109,000 $65,500
Base Invoice $101,370 $61,595
Convenience Package 3,500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 650 550
Navigation system 2,000  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 5,500  
Obstacle detection, rear   750
Full Merino Leather   3,600
Wood trim   0
Sunroof   0
Convenience Package 3,255  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 605 505
Navigation system 1,860  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 5,115  
Obstacle detection, rear   690
Full Merino Leather   3,310
Wood trim   0
Sunroof   0
Options (change) 11,650 4,900
Options (change) 10,835 4,505
Destination 1,000 995
Gas Tax 2,100 0
Total Price $123,750 $71,395
Total Invoice $115,305 $67,095

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $56,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $52,096
Model Year20082018
ModelR83-Series
Trim4.2M3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine420hp V8425hp I6
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 7600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19255/40-18
Total Price$123,750$71,395
Adjustments for Features0-4,135
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$123,750$67,260
Total Invoice$115,305$67,095
Adjustments for Features0-3,886
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$115,305$63,209

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Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20082018
ModelR83-Series
Trim4.2M3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Side curtain airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Bright-finished fuel door$100 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive $15
Navigation map updates, three years $0
S Voice support $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SD Card slot$25 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
No leather in second row$-300 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching $50
Total Value of Features$3,235$7,370
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,135
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,886

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Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20082018
ModelR83-Series
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in110.6 in
Length174.5 in182.5 in
Width75.0 in71.3 in
Height49.3 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,606 lb.3,502 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.1 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume3.5 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi R8 4.2

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cargo net40No
Hill start assist75No
Total Requested87574%
Total Not Requested31526%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Full Merino Leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery-450No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage450Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested1700136%
Total Not Requested-450-36%

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