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BMW 5-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 5-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $65,900 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $47,495 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $61,359 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $44,831 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | M5 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $102,600 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $96,100 | $51,058 |
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,500 | |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | |
| Dynamic Plus Package | 4,800 | |
| Dynamic Package | 1,450 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 7,820 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | |
| Dynamic Plus Package | 4,464 | |
| Dynamic Package | 1,350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 8,800 | 10,025 |
| Options (change) | 8,095 | 9,326 |
| Destination | 995 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 1,000 | 0 |
| Total Price | $113,395 | $65,900 |
| Total Invoice | $106,190 | $61,359 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $41,280 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,011 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | M5 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 600hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T8 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/21 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 16 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/40-19 | 255/30-19 |
| Total Price | $113,395 | $65,900 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,215 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $107,180 | $65,900 |
| Total Invoice | $106,190 | $61,359 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,820 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $100,370 | $61,359 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | M5 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 4WD | $1700 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | $4000 | |
| Ceramic front brake rotors | $2500 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Gesture control system | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options | $0 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $15,840 | $9,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,215 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,820 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,370 lb. | 3,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.7 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1815 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 23% |
| Dynamic Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Ceramic front brake rotors | 2500 | Yes |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dynamic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Sport exhaust | 0 | No |
| 235/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | Yes |
| 255/30ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
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