BMW 4-Series BMW 4-Series 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 2020

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

BMW 4-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.

BMW 4-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $67,220

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3   
Difference: $18,725

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172020
Model4-SeriesA3 / S3 / RS3
TrimM4RS 3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $66,200 $56,200
Executive Package 3,600  
7-speed automated manual 2,900  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 700 575
LED headlights 1,900  
Aluminum trim 0  
Leather seating surfaces 0  
Apple CarPlay support 300  
Sunroof 0  
Ceramic brake rotors 8,150  
255/35YR19 1,200  
Technology Package   3,200
Dynamic Plus Package   4,800
Dynamic Package   1,450
Executive Package 3,310  
7-speed automated manual 2,670  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 645 536
LED headlights 1,750  
Aluminum trim 0  
Leather seating surfaces 0  
Apple CarPlay support 375  
Sunroof 0  
Ceramic brake rotors 7,500  
255/35YR19 1,105  
Technology Package   2,976
Dynamic Plus Package   4,464
Dynamic Package   1,350
Options (change) 18,750 10,025
Options (change) 17,355 9,326
Destination 995 995
Total Price $85,945 $67,220

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW 4-Series dealer quotes or Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 4-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,110
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $69,697
Model Year20172020
Model4-SeriesA3 / S3 / RS3
TrimM4RS 3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine425hp I6394hp I5
TransmissionS7S7
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG19/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 16705, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/30-19
Total Price$85,945$67,220
Adjustments for Features-6150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$85,330$67,220

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW 4-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Model Year20172020
Model4-SeriesA3 / S3 / RS3
TrimM4RS 3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Power rear side windows $200
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row$100 
Blind spot warning system $200
Ceramic brake rotors$4000 
Ceramic front brake rotors $2500
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
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Second-row low console$100 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Residual heat$50 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Raised top speed limiter $0
Regenerative braking$0 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Carbon fiber engine cover $0
Rear spoiler $200
Sport rocker panels (optional)$0 
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support$0 
CD player$125 
Navigation map updates, three years$0 
S Voice support$0 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Text dictation$50 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice recorder$0 
Wireless charging station$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Boost gauge $75
Fog light, rear $100
Head-up display (HUD)$350 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Performance meter $150
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
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 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching$50 
Total Value of Features$10,865$10,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$615$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5770

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW 4-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Model Year20172020
Model4-SeriesA3 / S3 / RS3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.6 in103.8 in
Length182.6 in175.4 in
Width71.9 in70.7 in
Height54.2 in55.7 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.3,593 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in36.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.7 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.7 ft312.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series M4

Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Headlight washers50Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Voice recorder0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Text dictation50No
Total Requested70054%
Total Not Requested60046%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Performance meter150No
Surround sound250Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Remote app25Yes
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Total Requested161568%
Total Not Requested75032%
Dynamic Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Ceramic front brake rotors2500Yes
Carbon fiber engine cover0No
Total Requested2500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Sport exhaust0No
235/35ZR19 tires200No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0Yes
255/30ZR19 tires200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.