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Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A3 / S3 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.
Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,195 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $7,505 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Model 3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TDI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $49,000 | $29,900 | $32,600 | $33,200 | $41,100 |
| Enhanced Autopilot | 5,000 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 1,000 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 |
| 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 | |
| Enhanced Autopilot | 0 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 511 | 511 | 511 | 511 |
| 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 | |
| Options (change) | 6,000 | 10,400 | 10,400 | 10,400 | 7,850 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 9,672 | 9,672 | 9,672 | 7,301 |
| Destination | 1,200 | 895 | 895 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $48,700 | $41,195 | $43,895 | $44,495 | $49,845 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,020 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $44,612 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Model 3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TDI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 258hp E | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 220hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | A1 | S6 | S6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, ? | 705, 14 | 705, 14 | 705, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $48,700 | $41,195 | $43,895 | $44,495 | $49,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -485 | 0 | 0 | -1,700 | -3,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,215 | $41,195 | $43,895 | $42,795 | $46,795 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,700 | $1,600 | $5,600 |
Features Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Model 3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TDI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | $1000 | ||||
| Automated lane change | $300 | ||||
| Automated parking system, remote | $200 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | ||||
| Remote keyless entry | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||||
| Semi-autonomous driving | $600 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | ||||
| 75 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Range alert | $0 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $7,350 | $6,865 | $6,865 | $8,565 | $9,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $485 | $0 | $0 | $1,700 | $3,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 63 | 0 | 0 | -1,583 | -2,840 |
Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Model 3 | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 184.8 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,550 lb. | 3,176 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model 3
| Enhanced Autopilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Automated lane change | 300 | No |
| Automated parking system, remote | 200 | No |
| Semi-autonomous driving | 600 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 2650 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 28% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 33% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 28% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 33% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 28% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 33% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2475 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 29% |
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