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BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,350

Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T   
Difference: $3,295

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,025

Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T   
Difference: $3,130

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152015201020102010
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesA5 / S5A5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim328d335iActiveHybrid 3M3A5 2.0TA5 3.2S5 4.2
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $39,000 $43,750 $50,150 $62,000 $36,000 $44,000 $52,400
Base Invoice $36,560 $40,930 $46,820 $57,720 $33,480 $40,920 $48,732
Premium Package 3,100 2,200 2,200        
Sport Line 2,500 1,700 1,700        
Driver Assistance Package 950 950 950        
Navigation system 2,150 2,150 2,150        
Steering-linked headlights 900            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550 475 475 475
Heated front seats 500 500 500        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000      
Executive Package       4,300      
Leather seating surfaces       0      
Wood trim       0 400 400 500
Sunroof       0      
Driver Assist Package         900 900 900
Prestige Package         8,300 4,800 5,700
Sport Package         1,450 1,450  
Audi Drive Select Package             3,950
Premium Package 2,820 2,000 2,000        
Sport Line 2,275 1,545 1,545        
Driver Assistance Package 865 865 865        
Navigation system 1,955 1,955 1,955        
Steering-linked headlights 820            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500 443 443 443
Heated front seats 455 455 455        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 910 910 910 910      
Executive Package       3,915      
Leather seating surfaces       0      
Wood trim       0 372 372 466
Sunroof       0      
Driver Assist Package         837 837 837
Prestige Package         7,719 4,464 5,302
Sport Package         1,349 1,349  
Audi Drive Select Package             3,673
Options (change) 11,650 9,050 9,050 5,850 11,525 8,025 11,525
Options (change) 10,600 8,230 8,230 5,325 10,720 7,465 10,721
Destination 995 995 995 995 825 825 825
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $51,645 $53,795 $60,195 $68,845 $48,350 $52,850 $66,050
Total Invoice $48,155 $50,155 $56,045 $64,040 $45,025 $49,210 $61,578

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,780
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,717
Model Year2015201520152015201020102010
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesA5 / S5A5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim328d335iActiveHybrid 3M3A5 2.0TA5 3.2S5 4.2
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine180hp I4 D300hp I6335hp I6 H425hp I6211hp I4265hp V6354hp V8
TransmissionT8M6T8M6M6T6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9505, 14505, 14505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18255/40-18255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19
Total Price$51,645$53,795$60,195$68,845$48,350$52,850$66,050
Adjustments for Features-1,515-365-1,540-1,6150-950-2,450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,130$53,430$58,655$67,230$48,350$51,900$63,600
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,300$8,525$17,100$0$3,550$15,250
Total Invoice$48,155$50,155$56,045$64,040$45,025$49,210$61,578
Adjustments for Features-1,413-340-1,434-1,5020-885-2,284
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$46,742$49,815$54,611$62,538$45,025$48,325$59,294
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,073$7,869$15,796$0$3,300$14,269

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year2015201520152015201020102010
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesA5 / S5A5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim328d335iActiveHybrid 3M3A5 2.0TA5 3.2S5 4.2
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 $1300    
6-speed manual $150 $150$150 $150
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100 
RWD$0$0$0$0   
AWD    $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100   
Heated steering wheel   $100   
Power rear side windows$200$200$200$200   
Remote app$25$25$25$25   
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system    $200$200$200
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150$150   
Temporary spare tire    $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150    
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50   
Rear seat pass-through    $100$100$100
Second-row low console    $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250$250$250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150   
Residual heat$50$50$50$50   
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500  $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150   
Regenerative braking$0$0 $0   
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0$0$0   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   $25$25$25$25
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0   
Power-venting glass roof panel    $300$300$300
Rear spoiler   $200   
Sport rocker panels (optional)   $0   
Sunroof$900$900$900$900   
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0   
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25   
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200   
HD radio$50$50$50$50   
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150   
iPod integration    $100$100$100
S Voice support$0$0$0$0   
Satellite radio    $200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250   
SD Card slot    $25$25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0$0   
Surround sound    $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200   
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25   
Traffic information    $25$25$25
USB port$25$25$25$25   
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights   $50   
Fog light, rear    $100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125 $125$125$125
Head-up display (HUD)   $350   
Headlight washers   $50   
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25    
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25   
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50   
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats   $200   
Leather door panel trim      $250
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering      $1000
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500$500  $500
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200  $200
Performance steering system (optional)   $0   
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 $0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching   $50   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls    $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$5,415$4,265$5,440$5,515$3,900$4,850$6,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,515$365$1,540$1,615$0$950$2,450
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,413-340-1,434-1,5020-885-2,284

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20152010
Model3-SeriesA5 / S5
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase110.6 in108.3 in
Length182.5 in182.1 in
Width71.3 in73.0 in
Height56.3 in54.0 in
Curb Weight3,411 lb.3,683 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested145054%
Total Not Requested125046%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested55048%
Total Not Requested60052%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested45075%
Total Not Requested15025%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested71564%
Total Not Requested40036%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested55048%
Total Not Requested60052%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested45075%
Total Not Requested15025%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested71564%
Total Not Requested40036%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested55048%
Total Not Requested60052%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested45075%
Total Not Requested15025%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested71564%
Total Not Requested40036%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Headlight washers50No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested70037%
Total Not Requested120063%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T

Driver Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested284079%
Total Not Requested75021%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
255/35YR19 tires200No
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 3.2

Driver Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested149071%
Total Not Requested60029%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
255/35YR19 tires200No
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 4.2

Driver Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested149071%
Total Not Requested60029%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Active rear differential500Yes
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active steering1000No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested120055%
Total Not Requested100045%

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