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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,830

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $6,417

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,579

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $4,840

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112017
ModelGolf / GTIA3 / S3 / RS3
TrimGTIA3 e-tron
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $24,295 $38,900
Base Invoice $23,323 $36,178
Autobahn Package 5,530  
All-weather floor mats 235 180
Metallic paint (extra cost)   575
Cargo mat   115
Metal pedals   195
Heated front seats   500
Autobahn Package 5,310  
All-weather floor mats 176 168
Metallic paint (extra cost)   536
Cargo mat   107
Metal pedals   181
Heated front seats   467
Options (change) 5,765 1,565
Options (change) 5,486 1,459
Destination 770 950
Gas Tax 0 -4,168
Total Price $30,830 $37,247
Total Invoice $29,579 $34,419

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,967
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,576
Model Year20112017
ModelGolf / GTIA3 / S3 / RS3
TrimGTIA3 e-tron
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4150hp I4 PiH
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 8180, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/45-17
Total Price$30,830$37,247
Adjustments for Features0-2,450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,830$34,797
Total Invoice$29,579$34,419
Adjustments for Features0-2,264
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,579$32,155

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Model Year20112017
ModelGolf / GTIA3 / S3 / RS3
TrimGTIA3 e-tron
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Forward collision warning $200
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger $0
9 kWh battery pack $0
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
CD player$125 
iPod integration$100 
Navigation system$600 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Fog light, rear $100
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Tachometer$75 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,975$5,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,450
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,264

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Model Year20112017
ModelGolf / GTIA3 / S3 / RS3
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.5 in103.5 in
Length165.4 in169.8 in
Width70.3 in70.3 in
Height58.3 in56.1 in
Curb Weight2,969 lb.3,617 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.10.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in52.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.5 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.0 ft39.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		46.0 ft339.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Navigation system600No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
HD radio50Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested275068%
Total Not Requested130032%

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