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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: $33,815 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $7,150 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,511 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $6,315 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SHO | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $39,300 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $36,254 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 120 | 120 |
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | |
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | |
| Navigation system | 710 | 1,860 | 1,860 |
| All-weather floor mats | 67 | 112 | 112 |
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | |
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | |
| Options (change) | 870 | 5,670 | 5,670 |
| Options (change) | 777 | 5,275 | 5,275 |
| Destination | 795 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $40,965 | $33,815 | $36,795 |
| Total Invoice | $37,826 | $31,511 | $34,284 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,420 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,947 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SHO | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $40,965 | $33,815 | $36,795 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,730 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,235 | $33,815 | $35,745 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $37,826 | $31,511 | $34,284 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,368 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,458 | $31,511 | $33,306 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SHO | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,530 | $1,800 | $2,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,730 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,368 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| 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 | 3,970 lb. | 3,264 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 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 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 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1305 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 17% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 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 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1305 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 17% |
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