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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: $34,845

Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium   
Difference: $5,250

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,434

Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium   
Difference: $3,915

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015
ModelPassatA3 / S3
TrimTDI SEL PremiumA3 2.0 TDI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,925 $32,600
Base Invoice $32,534 $30,318
Cargo net 100 150
Premium Plus Package   2,550
Navigation Plus Package   2,600
Convenience Package   750
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Cargo net 80 139
Premium Plus Package   2,371
Navigation Plus Package   2,418
Convenience Package   697
Metallic paint (extra cost)   511
Options (change) 100 6,600
Options (change) 80 6,136
Destination 820 895
Total Price $34,845 $40,095
Total Invoice $33,434 $37,349

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,929
Model Year20152015
ModelPassatA3 / S3
TrimTDI SEL PremiumA3 2.0 TDI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4 D150hp I4 D
TransmissionS6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)30/42 MPG31/43 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9180, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/40-18
Total Price$34,845$40,095
Adjustments for Features-150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,830$40,095
Total Invoice$33,434$37,349
Adjustments for Features-140
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,420$37,349

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20152015
ModelPassatA3 / S3
TrimTDI SEL PremiumA3 2.0 TDI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
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
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Aux input$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
Handwriting recognition $200
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive$15 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Fog light, rear $100
Fog lights$125 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Memory system, driver seat$200 
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 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450 
Total Value of Features$4,215$4,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$15$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-140

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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 Year20152015
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 Weight3,497 lb.3,241 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 A3 2.0 TDI

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Aluminum trim100No
Additional chrome trim0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Total Requested89058%
Total Not Requested65042%
Navigation Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested62556%
Total Not Requested50044%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested32572%
Total Not Requested12528%

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