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Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 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 Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,040 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| Difference: $2,980 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $36,945 | $33,300 | $36,500 | $43,000 | $56,200 |
| Cargo net | 100 | 155 | 155 | 155 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,250 | 3,250 | |||
| LED headlights | 850 | 850 | |||
| Sport Package | 650 | 650 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | 995 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | 250 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| S Sport Package | 1,100 | ||||
| Cargo net | 80 | 144 | 144 | 144 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,024 | 3,024 | |||
| LED headlights | 792 | 792 | |||
| Sport Package | 606 | 606 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | 926 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | 233 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | 536 | |
| S Sport Package | 1,024 | ||||
| Options (change) | 100 | 6,725 | 6,725 | 1,830 | 575 |
| Options (change) | 80 | 6,261 | 6,261 | 1,704 | 536 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $38,040 | $41,020 | $44,220 | $45,825 | $57,770 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,880 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $407 | |||||
| Model Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 228hp I4 | 184hp I4 | 228hp I4 | 288hp I4 | 394hp I5 |
| Transmission | M6 | S7 | S7 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $38,040 | $41,020 | $44,220 | $45,825 | $57,770 |
| Adjustments for Features | -900 | 0 | -1,700 | -2,850 | -2,785 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,140 | $41,020 | $42,520 | $42,975 | $54,985 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,500 | $1,955 | $13,965 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | A3 40 | A3 45 | S3 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip front differential | $500 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | $300 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | ||||
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | ||||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,740 | $3,840 | $5,540 | $6,690 | $6,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $900 | $0 | $1,700 | $2,850 | $2,785 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -25 | 0 | -279 | -168 | -74 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2021 | 2020 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 167.6 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 70.8 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,874 lb. | 3,198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.1 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.7 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 52% |
| 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 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 45
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 52% |
| 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 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3
| S Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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