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BMW 3-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 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,255 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $16,565 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,947 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $14,953 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | M3 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $54,850 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $50,640 | $39,527 |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Technology Package | 3,250 | 2,600 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 575 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 950 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| Aluminum trim | 500 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |
| Cargo mat | 155 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Technology Package | 2,960 | 2,418 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 536 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 865 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| Aluminum trim | 455 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |
| Cargo mat | 144 | |
| Options (change) | 7,845 | 4,830 |
| Options (change) | 7,135 | 4,495 |
| Destination | 825 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $64,820 | $48,255 |
| Total Invoice | $59,900 | $44,947 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,360 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,419 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | M3 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $64,820 | $48,255 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,795 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $64,820 | $43,460 |
| Total Invoice | $59,900 | $44,947 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,466 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $59,900 | $40,481 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | M3 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,080 | $6,875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,795 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,466 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 |
| 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 | 3,341 lb. | 3,176 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 M3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 1% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| 235/35YR19 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
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