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Volkswagen Passat 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.
Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,415 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| Difference: $6,980 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,158 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| Difference: $6,987 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,950 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $27,513 | $39,527 |
| Sport Package | 300 | |
| Luxury #2 Package | 5,250 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 180 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |
| AWD | 1,950 | |
| Technology Package | 2,600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Cargo net | 150 | |
| Cargo mat | 115 | |
| Sport Package | 274 | |
| Luxury #2 Package | 4,797 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 145 | 168 |
| Rear side airbags | 310 | 325 |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| Technology Package | 2,418 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Cargo net | 139 | |
| Cargo mat | 107 | |
| Options (change) | 9,835 | 3,970 |
| Options (change) | 9,015 | 3,693 |
| Destination | 630 | 925 |
| Total Price | $40,415 | $47,395 |
| Total Invoice | $37,158 | $44,145 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,705 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,868 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/27 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $40,415 | $47,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,275 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,415 | $45,120 |
| Total Invoice | $37,158 | $44,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,119 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,158 | $42,026 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,050 | $7,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,119 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,829 lb. | 3,462 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury #2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Dynaudio, 600W, 10 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3730 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 55% |
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