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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: $47,220 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $9,230 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,605 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $8,964 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,900 | $42,400 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $32,290 | $39,190 | $51,058 |
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 1,900 | |
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 575 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 900 | 900 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 1,730 | |
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 536 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 820 | 820 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 11,425 | 8,025 | 575 |
| Options (change) | 10,420 | 7,325 | 536 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 975 |
| Total Price | $47,220 | $51,320 | $56,450 |
| Total Invoice | $43,605 | $47,410 | $52,569 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,145 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,160 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $47,220 | $51,320 | $56,450 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -4,085 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,220 | $51,320 | $52,365 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,100 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $43,605 | $47,410 | $52,569 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -3,804 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,605 | $47,410 | $48,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,805 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | 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 | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $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 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,515 | $4,515 | $8,600 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $4,085 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -3,804 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,759 lb. | 3,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | 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 | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2625 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 31% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 52% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| 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 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 18% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 52% |
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