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Audi A3 vs. BMW Z4 Price Comparison

Audi A3 vs BMW Z4 Price Comparison:
Audi A3 vs BMW Z4 Price Comparison:

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For the Audi A3 vs. BMW Z4 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the A3 vs. Z4 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the A3 and Z4 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Audi A3 3.2 S line's price is $15,415 lower than the BMW Z4 sDrive28i's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the A3 vs. Z4 Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Audi A3 3.2 S line, the BMW Z4 sDrive28i includes additional features worth $2680. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $2680 adjustment for the BMW Z4 sDrive28i's additional features, the Audi A3 3.2 S line is $15,415 less than the Audi A3 3.2 S line.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW Z4

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 3.2 S line
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 15,415
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 14,036
Model Year20072012
ModelA3Z4
Trim3.2 S linesDrive28i
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine250hp V6240hp I4
TransmissionS6T8
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/27 MPG24/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers195, 10?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price39,40057,495
Adjustments for Features0-2,680
Feature-Adjusted Total Price39,40054,815
Total Invoice36,56053,070
Adjustments for Features0-2,474
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice36,56050,596

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Invoice Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW Z4

Price Comparison (MSRP): Audi A3 vs. BMW Z4

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.

Lowest Total Price: Audi A3 3.2 S line
Difference: 18,095
Lowest Total Invoice: Audi A3 3.2 S line
Difference: 16,510
Model Year20072012
ModelA3Z4
Trim3.2 S linesDrive28i
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price33,98048,650
Base Invoice31,56144,940
Technology Package1,250 
Cold Weather Package700 
Metallic paint (extra cost)450550
Navigation system1,950 
Satellite radio350 
Navigation system  2,150
Premium Package 3,300
Heated front seats 500
Aluminum trim 500
8-speed shiftable automatic 0
CD changer, remote 600
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350
Technology Package 0
Cold Weather Package 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500
Navigation system 0
Satellite radio 0
Navigation system  1,955
Premium Package 3,005
Heated front seats 455
Aluminum trim 455
8-speed shiftable automatic 0
CD changer, remote 545
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320
Total options4,7007,950
Total options4,2797,235
Destination720895
Total Price39,40057,495
Total Invoice36,56053,070

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20072012
ModelA3Z4
Trim3.2 S linesDrive28i
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front seat active head restraints$50 
Knee airbag, driver $100
Knee airbag, passenger $100
Roll bar $200
Side curtain airbags$350 
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo net$40 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player $125
HD radio $100
iPod integration $150
Media drive, large $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Rear wiper$175 
SMS text-to-speech reader $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar $350
Traffic information $50
Voice control for external devices $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Power retractable hardtop $2750
Rear spoiler$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass$25 
Fog light, rear$100 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Trip computer$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Powertrain 
Automatic start / stop $300
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,790$7,470
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,680
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,474

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20072012
ModelA3Z4
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase101.5 in98.3 in
Length168.7 in166.9 in
Width69.5 in70.5 in
Height56.0 in50.8 in
Curb Weight3,660 lb.3,340 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft310.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		54.6 ft310.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
3.2 S line

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated300Yes
Ski sack50Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested390100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
sDrive28i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information50No
Media hard drive100No
Telematics service, such as OnStar350No
Text-to-speech reader50No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
No leather in second row-300No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested187568%
Total Not Requested90032%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Audi A3

Price of the Audi A3: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual AWD		 Expensive for the size of the car. I would expect a few more luxury features to be standard for the base price.
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 The price is high for an Audi. And if you want anything optional, well, there you go.
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 reatively expensive car
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Pricing was actually higher for a lesser equipped A3 than for the Passat Komfort wagon.
2007 4dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD		 Not for the faint of heart.
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 The A3 is not priced too competitively. It is much less expensive than a BMW 1 series, but still high for a compact/hatchback. Well equipped it is nearly as much as an A4. A loaded VW GTI (same chassis/drivetrain) costs much less, but insurance is higher.
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 A3 is expensive.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW Z4

Price of the BMW Z4: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Due to poor sales the local dealers were offering cars a dealer invoice
2003 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Its a great value used, not so much new.
Price of the BMW Z4: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 a bit expensive

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