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Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,315

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $12,590

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,838

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $10,851

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelPassatA3 / S3
TrimV6 SEL PremiumS3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,950 $42,500
Base Invoice $31,600 $39,527
Rear spoiler 375  
Cargo net 95 150
Cargo mat 125 155
Technology Package   2,600
Metallic paint (extra cost)   575
Rear spoiler 300  
Cargo net 69 139
Cargo mat 99 144
Technology Package   2,418
Metallic paint (extra cost)   536
Options (change) 595 3,480
Options (change) 468 3,237
Destination 770 925
Total Price $34,315 $46,905
Total Invoice $32,838 $43,689

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,930
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,511
Model Year20122016
ModelPassatA3 / S3
TrimV6 SEL PremiumS3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine280hp V6292hp I4
TransmissionS6S6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG23/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9180, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/40-18
Total Price$34,315$46,905
Adjustments for Features0-4,660
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,315$42,245
Total Invoice$32,838$43,689
Adjustments for Features0-4,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,838$39,349

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20122016
ModelPassatA3 / S3
TrimV6 SEL PremiumS3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Aux input$50 
CD player$125 
Handwriting recognition $200
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive$15 
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Boost gauge $75
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Fog light, rear $100
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$3,390$8,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,660
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,340

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20122016
ModelPassatA3 / S3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in103.8 in
Length191.6 in175.4 in
Width72.2 in70.7 in
Height58.5 in55.7 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,462 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in36.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft312.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3 specs.

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Total Requested70053%
Total Not Requested62547%

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