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Nissan Sentra vs. Audi A3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,940

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $14,250

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,057

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $13,443

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelSentraA3
TrimSE-R Spec V3.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,990 $34,915
Base Invoice $19,571 $32,471
Upgrade Package 2,600  
Mud guards 160  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 135  
Bodyside moldings 155  
Floor mats 120  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   450
iPod integration   0
Navigation system   1,950
Panoramic sunroof   1,100
Upgrade Package 2,255  
Mud guards 118  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 116  
Bodyside moldings 123  
Floor mats 94  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   418
iPod integration   0
Navigation system   1,813
Panoramic sunroof   1,023
Options (change) 3,170 3,500
Options (change) 2,706 3,254
Destination 780 775
Total Price $24,940 $39,190
Total Invoice $23,057 $36,500

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,710
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,283
Model Year20122008
ModelSentraA3
TrimSE-R Spec V3.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4250hp V6
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$24,940$39,190
Adjustments for Features0-5,540
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,940$33,650
Total Invoice$23,057$36,500
Adjustments for Features0-5,160
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,057$31,340

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Audi A3

Model Year20122008
ModelSentraA3
TrimSE-R Spec V3.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net $40
Rear seat pass-through $100
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input$50 
CD player$125 
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot $25
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Fog light, rear $100
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,350$7,890
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,540
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,160

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Audi A3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Audi A3

Model Year20122008
ModelSentraA3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase105.7 in101.5 in
Length179.8 in168.7 in
Width70.5 in69.5 in
Height59.5 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,660 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.154.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Audi A3 specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested178063%
Total Not Requested105037%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested600120%
Total Not Requested-100-20%

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