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BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4 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 A4 / S4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $58,220 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| Difference: $13,235 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,211 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| Difference: $11,744 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | M3 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,400 | $47,600 |
| Base Invoice | $51,150 | $44,268 |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Technology Package | 3,250 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 500 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 475 |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Active rear differential | 1,250 | |
| Prestige Package | 6,250 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,250 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Premium Package | 1,820 | |
| Technology Package | 2,960 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 466 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 443 |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Active rear differential | 1,163 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,813 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,163 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 13,880 | 9,725 |
| Options (change) | 12,630 | 9,048 |
| Destination | 875 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $71,455 | $58,220 |
| Total Invoice | $65,955 | $54,211 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,555 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,973 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | M3 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $71,455 | $58,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,320 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $71,455 | $56,900 |
| Total Invoice | $65,955 | $54,211 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,229 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $65,955 | $52,982 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | M3 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| 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 | $3,005 | $4,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,320 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,229 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 185.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,693 lb. | 3,847 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1690 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| Active rear differential | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Active rear differential | 500 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1415 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 55% |
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