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BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,300 Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $5,225 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,057 Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $4,458 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | 1-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 135i | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $44,100 | $39,600 |
| Base Invoice | $40,750 | $36,828 |
| M Sport Package | 1,200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 450 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 575 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Sport Package | 800 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | |
| Technology Package | 2,700 | |
| M Sport Package | 1,090 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 430 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 536 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Sport Package | 744 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | |
| Technology Package | 2,512 | |
| Options (change) | 7,530 | 6,775 |
| Options (change) | 6,870 | 6,304 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 |
| Total Price | $52,525 | $47,300 |
| Total Invoice | $48,515 | $44,057 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,875 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,995 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | 1-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 135i | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | S7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/25 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 140, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $52,525 | $47,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,650 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,525 | $45,650 |
| Total Invoice | $48,515 | $44,057 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,537 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,515 | $42,520 |
Features Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | 1-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 135i | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,000 | $5,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,537 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | 1-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,725 lb. | 3,683 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 42.2 in | 45.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.0 in | 31.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.5 | 9.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 27% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 50% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
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