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Saab 9-3 vs. Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Saab 9-3 vs. Audi A5 / S5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,260

Saab 9-3 Aero   
Difference: $17,240

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,431

Saab 9-3 Aero   
Difference: $15,550

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062016
Model9-3A5 / S5
TrimAeroS5 3.0T
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $41,900 $61,100
Base Invoice $39,512 $56,824
Touring Package 1,195  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,350  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 575
Heated front seats 550  
Navigation system 1,995  
Technology Package   2,900
Touring Package 1,076  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,337  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 495 536
Heated front seats 495  
Navigation system 1,796  
Technology Package   2,696
Options (change) 5,640 3,475
Options (change) 5,199 3,232
Destination 720 925
Total Price $48,260 $65,500
Total Invoice $45,431 $60,981

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Saab 9-3 Aero
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,025
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,695
Model Year20062016
Model9-3A5 / S5
TrimAeroS5 3.0T
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine250hp V6333hp V6
TransmissionT6S7
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/28 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 10180, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$48,260$65,500
Adjustments for Features0-5,215
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$48,260$60,285
Total Invoice$45,431$60,981
Adjustments for Features0-4,855
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$45,431$56,126

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Features Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20062016
Model9-3A5 / S5
TrimAeroS5 3.0T
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Wind blocker $300
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Surround sound $250
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Boost gauge$75 
Headlight washers$50 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Folding second row seats $300
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$2,090$7,305
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,215
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,855

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See a complete comparison of Saab 9-3 vs. Audi A5 / S5 features.

Specifications Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20062016
Model9-3A5 / S5
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase105.3 in108.3 in
Length182.4 in182.1 in
Width69.3 in73.0 in
Height56.4 in54.4 in
Curb Weight3,690 lb.4,288 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.0 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room44.7 in46.8 in
Row 2 Legroom32.3 in31.9 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft310.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Saab 9-3 vs. Audi A5 / S5 specs.

Option Package Details
Saab 9-3 Aero

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Compass0Yes
Remote window/roof operation15No
Total Requested80098%
Total Not Requested152%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
HD radio50No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Total Requested85051%
Total Not Requested81549%

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