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Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,912 Audi A3 / S3 A3 e-tron | ||
| Difference: $7,463 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,107 Audi A3 / S3 A3 e-tron | ||
| Difference: $7,226 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Sport | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $37,900 |
| Base Invoice | $38,862 | $35,248 |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 180 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Cargo net | 150 | |
| iPod integration | 350 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 500 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 66 | 168 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Cargo net | 139 | |
| iPod integration | 325 | |
| Heated front seats | 467 | |
| Roof rails | 467 | |
| Options (change) | 1,805 | 2,255 |
| Options (change) | 1,576 | 2,102 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,168 |
| Total Price | $44,375 | $36,912 |
| Total Invoice | $41,333 | $34,107 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 e-tron | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,248 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,231 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Sport | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 150hp I4 PiH |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $44,375 | $36,912 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,215 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,160 | $36,912 |
| Total Invoice | $41,333 | $34,107 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,995 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,338 | $34,107 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Sport | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,255 | $6,040 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,215 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,995 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 169.8 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 3,903 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 52.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.4 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 39.5 ft3 |
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