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Ford Taurus 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.
Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,485 Audi A3 3.2 S line | ||
| Difference: $2,315 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,547 Audi A3 3.2 S line | ||
| Difference: $1,633 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 |
| Trim | SHO | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $38,155 | $33,980 |
| Base Invoice | $35,035 | $31,561 |
| Navigation system | 1,850 | 1,950 |
| Package 401A | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | |
| Satellite radio | 350 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | |
| Navigation system | 1,610 | 1,775 |
| Package 401A | 1,740 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | |
| Satellite radio | 319 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 396 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 728 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,001 | |
| Options (change) | 3,850 | 5,785 |
| Options (change) | 3,350 | 5,266 |
| Destination | 795 | 720 |
| Total Price | $42,800 | $40,485 |
| Total Invoice | $39,180 | $37,547 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 3.2 S line | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,485 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $873 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 |
| Trim | SHO | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 21/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $42,800 | $40,485 |
| Adjustments for Features | -830 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,970 | $40,485 |
| Total Invoice | $39,180 | $37,547 |
| Adjustments for Features | -760 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,420 | $37,547 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 |
| Trim | SHO | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,445 | $5,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $830 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -760 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,415 lb. | 3,660 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 124% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -24% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 22% |
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