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BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A3 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,315 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||||
| Difference: $16,162 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | M550i | M5 | M5 Competition | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $53,900 | $53,900 | $59,450 | $76,650 | $102,700 | $110,000 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 475 | 475 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 750 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Titanium Sport Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||||
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | 443 | 443 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | 685 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Titanium Sport Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||||
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 3,400 | 3,250 | 1,950 | 650 | 0 | 0 | 9,150 | 9,150 |
| Options (change) | 3,120 | 2,980 | 1,785 | 595 | 0 | 0 | 8,512 | 8,512 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,668 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $58,295 | $53,477 | $62,395 | $78,295 | $104,695 | $111,995 | $37,315 | $40,295 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW 5-Series 530e iPerformance | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,372 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,235 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | M550i | M5 | M5 Competition | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 335hp I6 | 523hp V8 | 600hp V8 | 617hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | 4WD | 4WD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 275/40-19 | 275/35-20 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $58,295 | $53,477 | $62,395 | $78,295 | $104,695 | $111,995 | $37,315 | $40,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,015 | -4,790 | -5,015 | -10,515 | -12,365 | -12,365 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,280 | $48,687 | $57,380 | $67,780 | $92,330 | $99,630 | $37,315 | $39,245 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $4,593 | $0 | $8,693 | $19,093 | $43,643 | $50,943 | $0 | $1,930 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | M550i | M5 | M5 Competition | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||||
| 4WD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| 12 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Gesture control system | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,555 | $8,330 | $8,555 | $14,055 | $15,905 | $15,905 | $3,540 | $4,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,015 | $4,790 | $5,015 | $10,515 | $12,365 | $12,365 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -369 | 46 | -238 | -238 | -257 | -240 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2020 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,747 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 27% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 27% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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