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Subaru Outback vs. Audi A3 / S3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Outback vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $37,084

Subaru Outback Limited   
Difference: $4,636

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20212021202120212015201520152015
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackOutbackA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimLimitedLimited XTTouringTouring XTA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,595 $37,995 $37,495 $39,945 $29,900 $32,600 $33,200 $41,100
EyeSight and Navigation Package 2,085 1,585            
Cargo net 81 81 81 81 150 150 150 150
All-weather floor mats 101 101 101 101 180 180 180 180
Metal pedals 172 172 172 172 195 195 195  
Prestige Package         5,900 5,900 5,900 5,900
Premium Plus Package         2,550 2,550 2,550  
Advanced Technology Package         1,400 1,400 1,400 1,400
Metallic paint (extra cost)         550 550 550 550
EyeSight and Navigation Package 1,738 1,323            
Cargo net 52 52 52 52 139 139 139 139
All-weather floor mats 65 65 65 65 168 168 168 168
Metal pedals 112 112 112 112 181 181 181  
Prestige Package         5,488 5,488 5,488 5,488
Premium Plus Package         2,371 2,371 2,371  
Advanced Technology Package         1,302 1,302 1,302 1,302
Metallic paint (extra cost)         511 511 511 511
Options (change) 2,439 1,939 354 354 10,925 10,925 10,925 8,180
Options (change) 1,967 1,552 229 229 10,160 10,160 10,160 7,608
Destination 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 895 895 895 895
Total Price $37,084 $40,984 $38,899 $41,349 $41,720 $44,420 $45,020 $50,175

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Audi A3 / S3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Outback Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Outback Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,371
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,710
Model Year20212021202120212015201520152015
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackOutbackA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimLimitedLimited XTTouringTouring XTA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine182hp H4260hp H4182hp H4260hp H4170hp I4150hp I4 D220hp I4292hp I4
TransmissionCVT-8CVT-8CVT-8CVT-8S6S6S6S6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDFWDFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)576, 12576, 12576, 12576, 12705, 14705, 14705, 14705, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/60-18225/60-18225/60-18225/60-18225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$37,084$40,984$38,899$41,349$41,720$44,420$45,020$50,175
Adjustments for Features-3,735-3,735-3,825-3,82500-1,700-2,975
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,349$37,249$35,074$37,524$41,720$44,420$43,320$47,200
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,900$1,725$4,175$0$2,700$1,600$5,480

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Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20212021202120212015201520152015
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackOutbackA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimLimitedLimited XTTouringTouring XTA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100$1100$1100    
6-speed automated manual    $1100$1100$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700  $1700$1700
FWD    $0$0  
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100$100    
Lead vehicle start alert$25$25$25$25    
PIN Code Access$10$10$10$10    
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350    
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100$100    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats    $0$0$0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200    
Backup collision intervention$150$150$150$150    
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100$100    
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250    
Knee airbag, driver    $75$75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger    $75$75$75$75
Lane sway warning$25$25$25$25    
Obstacle detection, front    $150$150$150$150
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50$50    
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50    
Seat cushion airbag, driver$75$75$75$75    
Seat cushion airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75    
Secondary collision brake assist    $25$25$25$25
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0$0    
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75    
Cargo tray$40$40$40$40    
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25    
Rear seat pass-through    $100$100$100$100
Roof rack$300$300      
Roof rails  $250$250    
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation    $100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles    $15$15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers    $175$175$175$175
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175    
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75$75    
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25$25    
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable       $500
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0$0$0    
Black grille (optional)    $0$0$0$0
Body kit    $0$0$0$0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250$250$250    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)    $25$25$25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275    
Rear bumper protector  $40$40    
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200   $200
Sunroof$900$900$900$900    
Sunroof, large    $1100$1100$1100$1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity    $0$0$0$0
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100    
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100    
Aux input$50$50$50$50    
CD player$125$125$125$125    
DVD-compatible player    $0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition    $200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet    $150$150$150$150
iPod integration    $100$100$100$100
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0    
SD Card slot    $25$25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25    
Surround sound    $250$250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200    
USB port$25$25$25$25    
Wi-Fi hotspot    $50$50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror    $75$75$75$75
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200    
Boost gauge       $75
Cornering lights    $50$50$50$50
Fog light, rear    $100$100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125$125    
LED headlights    $1000$1000$1000$1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750$750    
Power-folding mirrors    $50$50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim    $100$100$100$100
Heated second row seats$200$200$200$200    
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75$75    
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat       $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat       $50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200$200    
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $150$150$150$150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100    
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels    $350$350$350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200   $200
Machined alloy wheels$350$350$350$350    
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0$0$0$0    
Sport suspension (upgrade)       $0
Transmission 
Launch control       $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100   $100
Total Value of Features$9,675$9,675$9,765$9,765$5,940$5,940$7,640$8,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,735$3,735$3,825$3,825$0$0$1,700$2,975
Value of Feature Adjustments-304-237-126-11800-1,583-2,771

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20212015
ModelOutbackA3 / S3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.1 in103.8 in
Length191.3 in175.4 in
Width73.0 in70.7 in
Height66.1 in55.7 in
Curb Weight3,636 lb.3,176 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in36.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.4 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.5 ft312.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
75.7 ft312.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Outback Limited

EyeSight and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system550Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Backup collision intervention150No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane sway warning25No
Lead vehicle start alert25No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested315080%
Total Not Requested80020%

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback Limited XT

EyeSight and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system550Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Backup collision intervention150No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane sway warning25No
Lead vehicle start alert25No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested240079%
Total Not Requested65021%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0No
Surround sound250No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Body kit0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested180063%
Total Not Requested107537%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Aluminum trim100No
Additional chrome trim0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Total Requested77550%
Total Not Requested76550%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0No
Surround sound250No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Body kit0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested180063%
Total Not Requested107537%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Aluminum trim100No
Additional chrome trim0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Total Requested77550%
Total Not Requested76550%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0No
Surround sound250No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Body kit0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested180063%
Total Not Requested107537%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Aluminum trim100No
Additional chrome trim0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Total Requested77550%
Total Not Requested76550%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Surround sound250No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested167548%
Total Not Requested182552%

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