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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: $56,450 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $13,905 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $52,569 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $12,381 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | M3 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,400 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $51,150 | $51,058 |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 575 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Premium Package | 1,820 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 910 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 536 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 12,780 | 575 |
| Options (change) | 11,625 | 536 |
| Destination | 875 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $70,355 | $56,450 |
| Total Invoice | $64,950 | $52,569 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,610 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,900 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | M3 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $70,355 | $56,450 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $70,355 | $53,745 |
| Total Invoice | $64,950 | $52,569 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,519 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $64,950 | $50,050 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | M3 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 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 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $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 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,470 | $9,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,519 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2010 | 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 | 3,693 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 M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 775 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 33% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
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