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BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,945 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| Difference: $365 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | 1-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 128i | 135i | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,200 | $39,300 | $33,300 | $36,500 | $43,000 |
| Premium Package | 3,400 | 1,750 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,300 | 650 | 650 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,650 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 575 | 575 | 575 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||
| M Sport Package | 1,300 | ||||
| Proximity key | 500 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | ||||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,250 | 3,250 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | 995 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | 295 | 295 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | 250 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,095 | 1,595 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,185 | 606 | 606 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,500 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 536 | 536 | 536 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||
| M Sport Package | 1,185 | ||||
| Proximity key | 455 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | ||||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,024 | 3,024 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | 926 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | 274 | 274 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | 233 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,850 | 5,330 | 6,015 | 6,015 | 870 |
| Options (change) | 7,145 | 4,855 | 5,599 | 5,599 | 810 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $39,945 | $45,525 | $40,310 | $43,510 | $44,865 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40 | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,945 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,197 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | 1-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 128i | 135i | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 184hp I4 | 228hp I4 | 288hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | S7 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 180, 8 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $39,945 | $45,525 | $40,310 | $43,510 | $44,865 |
| Adjustments for Features | -150 | 0 | -2,460 | -4,160 | -5,360 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,795 | $45,525 | $37,850 | $39,350 | $39,505 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,730 | $0 | $1,500 | $1,655 |
Features Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | 1-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 128i | 135i | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,740 | $3,590 | $6,050 | $7,750 | $8,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $150 | $0 | $2,460 | $4,160 | $5,360 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -139 | 0 | -402 | -630 | -216 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,209 lb. | 3,198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3180 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 20% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1380 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 44% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length 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 | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 45
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 44% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length 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 | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
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