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Volvo S40 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.
Volvo S40 vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,050 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| Difference: $145 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,456 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| Difference: $498 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | S40 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,150 | $30,900 | $34,200 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $29,281 | $28,738 | $31,806 | $39,527 |
| Preferred Package | 1,250 | |||
| Climate Package | 900 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 575 | 575 | 575 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | 695 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,600 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | 250 | ||
| Preferred Package | 1,175 | |||
| Climate Package | 846 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,692 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 517 | 536 | 536 | 536 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 752 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 188 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | 653 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | 2,418 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | 233 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,195 | 6,225 | 6,225 | 3,175 |
| Options (change) | 5,823 | 5,793 | 5,793 | 2,954 |
| Destination | 850 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $38,195 | $38,050 | $41,350 | $46,600 |
| Total Invoice | $35,954 | $35,456 | $38,524 | $43,406 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,020 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,313 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | S40 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 227hp I5 | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | S6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 160, 8 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $38,195 | $38,050 | $41,350 | $46,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -875 | -2,575 | -4,025 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,195 | $37,175 | $38,775 | $42,575 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,600 | $5,400 |
| Total Invoice | $35,954 | $35,456 | $38,524 | $43,406 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -815 | -2,399 | -3,749 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,954 | $34,641 | $36,125 | $39,657 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,484 | $5,016 |
Features Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | S40 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| 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 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $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 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| 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 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,565 | $4,440 | $6,140 | $7,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $875 | $2,575 | $4,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -815 | -2,399 | -3,749 |
Specifications Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | S40 | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 176.2 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,274 lb. | 3,176 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.4 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volvo S40 T5 R-Design
| Preferred Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Climate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 800 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 40% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 800 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 40% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 800 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 40% |
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