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Ford Taurus 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.
Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,815 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | |||
| Difference: $2,620 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,887 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | |||
| Difference: $1,953 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SHO | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $39,980 | $31,200 | $42,900 |
| Base Invoice | $36,882 | $29,016 | $39,898 |
| Package 301A / 401A | 2,000 | ||
| Multicontour seats | 595 | ||
| Navigation system | 795 | ||
| Cargo organizer | 160 | 70 | 70 |
| All-weather floor mats | 85 | 180 | 180 |
| Sunroof | 995 | ||
| Prestige Package | 8,950 | 5,500 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | 295 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | ||
| Cargo net | 150 | 150 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | |
| Package 301A / 401A | 1,785 | ||
| Multicontour seats | 531 | ||
| Navigation system | 710 | ||
| Cargo organizer | 143 | 65 | 65 |
| All-weather floor mats | 76 | 168 | 168 |
| Sunroof | 888 | ||
| Prestige Package | 8,325 | 5,116 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | 274 | |
| Metal pedals | 181 | ||
| Cargo net | 139 | 139 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 4,630 | 10,665 | 6,770 |
| Options (change) | 4,133 | 9,921 | 6,298 |
| Destination | 825 | 950 | 950 |
| Total Price | $45,435 | $42,815 | $50,620 |
| Total Invoice | $41,840 | $39,887 | $47,146 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $745 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $226 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SHO | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 186hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | S7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 705, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $45,435 | $42,815 | $50,620 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,875 | 0 | -2,875 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,560 | $42,815 | $47,745 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,930 |
| Total Invoice | $41,840 | $39,887 | $47,146 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,727 | 0 | -2,678 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,113 | $39,887 | $44,468 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,581 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SHO | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,080 | $6,205 | $9,080 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,875 | $0 | $2,875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,727 | 0 | -2,678 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,970 lb. | 3,198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 54.8 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 | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 301A / 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 52% |
| Driver Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 35% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 3800 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 2990 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 2140 | 48% |
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