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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: $19,145 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,947 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $17,343 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | M3 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $51,630 | $39,527 |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 575 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Technology Package | 2,600 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |
| Cargo mat | 155 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 536 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Technology Package | 2,418 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |
| Cargo mat | 144 | |
| Options (change) | 9,325 | 4,830 |
| Options (change) | 8,485 | 4,495 |
| Destination | 875 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $67,400 | $48,255 |
| Total Invoice | $62,290 | $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: $22,390 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,366 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 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) | 180, 8 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $67,400 | $48,255 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,245 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,400 | $45,010 |
| Total Invoice | $62,290 | $44,947 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,023 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $62,290 | $41,924 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2011 | 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 app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,505 | $6,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,245 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,023 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2011 | 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
| 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 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | 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 | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 35% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 8% |
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 |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | 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 |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
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