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Honda Clarity vs. Audi A3 / S3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Clarity vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,995

Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Touring   
Difference: $11,255

Lowest Total Invoice: $-6,605

Honda Clarity Electric   
Difference: $45,034

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201620162016
ModelClarityClarityClarityA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimPlug-In Hybrid TouringElectricFuel CellA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $36,600 $36,620 $58,490 $30,900 $34,200 $42,500
Base Invoice $35,090 $0 $0 $28,738 $31,806 $39,527
Prestige Package       6,150 6,150 6,150
Premium Plus Package       2,700 2,700  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       575 575 575
Prestige Package       5,718 5,718 5,718
Premium Plus Package       2,512 2,512  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       536 536 536
Options (change) 0 0 0 9,425 9,425 6,725
Options (change) 0 0 0 8,766 8,766 6,254
Destination 895 895 895 925 925 925
Gas Tax -7,500 -7,500 0 0 0 0
Total Price $29,995 $30,015 $59,385 $41,250 $44,550 $50,150
Total Invoice $28,485 $-6,605 $895 $38,429 $41,497 $46,706

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Clarity vs. Audi A3 / S3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Touring
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Honda Clarity Electric
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,840
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,288
Model Year201820182018201620162016
ModelClarityClarityClarityA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimPlug-In Hybrid TouringElectricFuel CellA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine103hp I4 PiH161hp E174hp FC170hp I4220hp I4292hp I4
TransmissionA1A1A1S6S6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8180, 8540, 12705, 14705, 14705, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/45-18235/45-18225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$29,995$30,015$59,385$41,250$44,550$50,150
Adjustments for Features-400-2500-1,815-3,515-4,865
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,595$29,765$59,385$39,435$41,035$45,285
Cost Above Minimum$0$170$29,790$0$1,600$5,850
Total Invoice$28,485$-6,605$895$38,429$41,497$46,706
Adjustments for Features-380550-1,691-3,274-4,531
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,105$-6,550$895$36,738$38,223$42,175
Cost Above Minimum$34,655$0$7,445$0$1,485$5,437

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Features Comparison: Honda Clarity vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year201820182018201620162016
ModelClarityClarityClarityA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimPlug-In Hybrid TouringElectricFuel CellA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800$800$800   
6-speed automated manual   $1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0$0  
AWD    $1700$1700
Accessories 
Remote app$25$25$25   
Remote climate control$25$25$25   
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25   
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200   
Blind spot camera, passenger side$150$150$150   
Blind spot warning system   $200$200$200
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200$200$200
Lane keeping assist$400$400$400   
Obstacle detection, front   $150$150$150
Obstacle detection, rear   $250$250$250
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50   
Rollover sensor$50$50$50   
Secondary collision brake assist   $25$25$25
Temporary spare tire   $150$150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100$100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25   
Rear seat pass-through   $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15$15$15
Engine / Motor 
17 kWh battery pack$0     
26 kWh battery pack $0    
6.6 kW onboard charger$500$500    
Automatic start / stop$150     
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable     $500
Regeneration paddles$100$100    
Exterior 
Body kit   $0$0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   $25$25$25
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200   
Laminated rear side windows  $100   
Rear spoiler$200$200$200  $200
Sunroof, large   $1100$1100$1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity   $0$0$0
Android Auto support$100$100$100   
App support$0$0$0   
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100   
DVD-compatible player   $0$0$0
Handwriting recognition   $200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150$150
iPod integration   $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player   $50$50$50
SD Card slot   $25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25   
Surround sound   $250$250$250
Traffic + travel information   $25$25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25   
USB port$25$25$25   
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75$75$75
Boost gauge     $75
Cornering lights   $50$50$50
Digital instruments$0$0$0   
Fog light, rear   $100$100$100
Head-up display (HUD)  $350   
Interior ambient lighting   $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25$25$25   
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50$50
Tachometer   $75$75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100$100$100
Door sill trim plates   $100$100$100
Folding second row seats$300$300 $300$300$300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat     $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat     $50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200   
Metal pedals     $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150$150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250$250$250   
Synthetic suede trim$300$300$300   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)     $0
Transmission 
Launch control     $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls     $100
Total Value of Features$4,550$4,400$4,150$5,965$7,665$9,015
Value of Feature Adjustments$400$250$0$1,815$3,515$4,865
Value of Feature Adjustments-380550-1,691-3,274-4,531

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Clarity vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20182016
ModelClarityA3 / S3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.3 in103.8 in
Length192.7 in175.4 in
Width73.9 in70.7 in
Height58.2 in55.7 in
Curb Weight4,053 lb.3,176 lb.
Fuel Capacity7.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in36.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.7 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.3 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft312.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Surround sound250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested270062%
Total Not Requested165038%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
iPod integration100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Surround sound250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested270062%
Total Not Requested165038%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
iPod integration100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Surround sound250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested270064%
Total Not Requested155036%

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