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Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,083 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $7,002 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,251 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $7,363 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.6 VR6 | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $24,180 | $30,180 | $33,300 | $35,600 | $44,500 |
| Base Invoice | $22,461 | $27,997 | $31,304 | $33,464 | $41,832 |
| Sport Package | 5,450 | 4,030 | 650 | 650 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 185 | 180 | 180 | |
| Rear spoiler | 479 | 479 | |||
| Body kit | 1,650 | 1,650 | |||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 950 | 950 | |||
| iPod integration | 199 | 199 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,250 | 3,250 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Cargo net | 155 | 155 | 155 | ||
| Cargo mat | 160 | 160 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | 250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | 295 | 295 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | 995 | |||
| Sport Package | 4,980 | 3,681 | 606 | 606 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 145 | 145 | 168 | 168 | |
| Rear spoiler | 310 | 310 | |||
| Body kit | 1,390 | 1,390 | |||
| Rear side airbags | 310 | 310 | 325 | 325 | 325 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 839 | 839 | |||
| iPod integration | 176 | 176 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,024 | 3,024 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | ||
| Cargo net | 144 | 144 | 144 | ||
| Cargo mat | 149 | 149 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | 233 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | 274 | 274 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | 926 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,263 | 7,843 | 6,860 | 6,860 | 1,375 |
| Options (change) | 8,150 | 6,851 | 6,385 | 6,385 | 1,279 |
| Destination | 640 | 640 | 925 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $34,083 | $38,663 | $41,085 | $43,455 | $46,870 |
| Total Invoice | $31,251 | $35,488 | $38,614 | $40,844 | $44,106 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.0T | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,987 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,529 | |||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.6 VR6 | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 280hp V6 | 184hp I4 | 228hp I4 | 288hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 | S7 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,083 | $38,663 | $41,085 | $43,455 | $46,870 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,240 | -3,015 | -4,715 | -5,725 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,083 | $37,423 | $38,070 | $38,740 | $41,145 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,340 | $0 | $670 | $3,075 |
| Total Invoice | $31,251 | $35,488 | $38,614 | $40,844 | $44,106 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,138 | -2,834 | -4,432 | -5,387 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,251 | $34,350 | $35,780 | $36,412 | $38,719 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,099 | $0 | $632 | $2,939 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.6 VR6 | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| All-weather floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,965 | $4,205 | $5,980 | $7,680 | $8,690 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,240 | $3,015 | $4,715 | $5,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,138 | -2,834 | -4,432 | -5,387 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2019 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| 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 | 3,306 lb. | 3,198 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 2.0T
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 235/40WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 4440 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 235/40WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3380 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
| 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 |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 71% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 45
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
| 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 |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 71% |
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