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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: $33,654 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | ||||
| Difference: $4,791 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,049 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | ||||
| Difference: $4,774 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Komfort | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,300 | $30,900 | $34,200 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $26,436 | $28,738 | $31,806 | $39,527 |
| Navigation system | 1,990 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 180 | 180 | 180 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| Body kit | 1,650 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 479 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,600 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Cargo mat | 115 | 115 | 115 | |
| Navigation system | 1,758 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 145 | 168 | 168 | 168 |
| Rear side airbags | 310 | 325 | 325 | 325 |
| Body kit | 1,390 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 310 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | 2,418 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | |
| Cargo mat | 107 | 107 | 107 | |
| Options (change) | 4,654 | 6,620 | 6,620 | 3,820 |
| Options (change) | 3,913 | 6,160 | 6,160 | 3,554 |
| Destination | 700 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $33,654 | $38,445 | $41,745 | $47,245 |
| Total Invoice | $31,049 | $35,823 | $38,891 | $44,006 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat Komfort | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $831 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,084 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Komfort | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $33,654 | $38,445 | $41,745 | $47,245 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,960 | -5,660 | -7,110 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,654 | $34,485 | $36,085 | $40,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,600 | $5,650 |
| Total Invoice | $31,049 | $35,823 | $38,891 | $44,006 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,690 | -5,273 | -6,623 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,049 | $32,133 | $33,618 | $37,383 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,485 | $5,250 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Komfort | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $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 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,440 | $7,400 | $9,100 | $10,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,960 | $5,660 | $7,110 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,690 | -5,273 | -6,623 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2009 | 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 | 3,345 lb. | 3,176 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
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 55% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 81% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 55% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 81% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 55% |
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