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BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 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 3-Series vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,395 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $5,170 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,912 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $4,153 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | 325i | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $34,600 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $31,665 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Cold Weather Package | 600 | 500 | 500 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 475 |
| Satellite radio | 595 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 500 | 500 | |
| Wood trim | 400 | 400 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 545 | 466 | 466 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 443 | 443 |
| Satellite radio | 540 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,820 | 1,860 | 1,860 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 466 | 466 | |
| Wood trim | 372 | 372 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | |
| Options (change) | 6,270 | 8,250 | 8,250 |
| Options (change) | 5,705 | 7,676 | 7,676 |
| Destination | 695 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $41,565 | $36,395 | $39,375 |
| Total Invoice | $38,065 | $33,912 | $36,685 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,980 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,063 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | 325i | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $41,565 | $36,395 | $39,375 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,190 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,375 | $36,395 | $38,325 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $38,065 | $33,912 | $36,685 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,090 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,975 | $33,912 | $35,707 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | 325i | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,080 | $1,890 | $2,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,190 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,090 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 27% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 52% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 705 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 27% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 52% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 705 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 55% |
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