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BMW 3-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 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,015 BMW 3-Series 325i | |||
| Difference: $17,035 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,295 BMW 3-Series 325i | |||
| Difference: $16,552 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,900 | $36,600 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $28,300 | $33,485 | $51,058 |
| Premium Package | 2,900 | 2,200 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Sport Package | 1,600 | 1,600 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 575 |
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 350 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,400 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,640 | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 910 | 910 | |
| Sport Package | 1,455 | 1,455 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | 536 |
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 320 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,302 | ||
| Options (change) | 12,420 | 10,920 | 5,175 |
| Options (change) | 11,300 | 9,930 | 4,814 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 975 |
| Total Price | $44,015 | $48,215 | $61,050 |
| Total Invoice | $40,295 | $44,110 | $56,847 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 325i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,625 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,652 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 255hp I6 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 13 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $44,015 | $48,215 | $61,050 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -7,410 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,015 | $47,965 | $53,640 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,950 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $40,295 | $44,110 | $56,847 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -229 | -6,900 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,295 | $43,881 | $49,947 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,586 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $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 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,605 | $4,855 | $12,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $7,410 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -229 | -6,900 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,503 lb. | 3,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | 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 recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1775 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 38% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/40VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1775 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 9% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1215 | 51% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 100% |
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