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Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,700

Tesla Model 3   
Difference: $41,225

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172011
ModelModel 3A8
TrimBaseA8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $49,000 $78,050
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000  
Convenience Package   2,350
Leather door panel trim   750
LED headlights   1,400
Synthetic suede headliner   1,500
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Convenience Package   2,185
Leather door panel trim   699
LED headlights   1,302
Synthetic suede headliner   1,396
Options (change) 1,000 6,000
Options (change) 0 5,582
Destination 1,200 875
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $43,700 $84,925

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $34,580
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $79,159
Model Year20172011
ModelModel 3A8
TrimBaseA8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine258hp E372hp V8
TransmissionA1T8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ?630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18255/45-19
Total Price$43,700$84,925
Adjustments for Features0-6,645
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,700$78,280

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A8

Model Year20172011
ModelModel 3A8
TrimBaseA8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power trunk closer $350
Remote app$25 
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Forward collision warning$200 
Full-size spare tire $225
Lane departure warning$200 
Rear side airbags $300
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Residual heat $50
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750 
75 kWh battery pack$0 
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
App support$0 
Aux input $50
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet$150 
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Range alert$0 
Satellite radio $200
SD Card slot $25
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Cornering lights $50
Digital instruments$0 
Fog light, rear $100
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Tachometer $75
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Leather door panel trim $250
Leather seating surfaces $900
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250 
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000
Total Value of Features$4,075$10,720
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,645
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,185

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Audi A8

Model Year20172011
ModelModel 3A8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in117.8 in
Length184.8 in202.2 in
Width72.8 in76.7 in
Height56.8 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.4,410 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in59.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in57.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in38.7 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft313.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A8 A8

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested85071%
Total Not Requested35029%

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