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Audi A3 vs. BMW 7-Series Price Comparison

Audi A3 vs BMW 7-Series Price Comparison:
Audi A3 vs BMW 7-Series Price Comparison:

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For the Audi A3 vs. BMW 7-Series price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the A3 vs. 7-Series Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the A3 and 7-Series will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Audi A3 2.0T's price is $34,845 lower than the BMW 7-Series 740Li's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the A3 vs. 7-Series 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 2.0T, the BMW 7-Series 740Li includes additional features worth $2675. 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 $2675 adjustment for the BMW 7-Series 740Li's additional features, the Audi A3 2.0T is $34,845 less than the Audi A3 2.0T.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 7-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 34,845
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 31,848
Model Year20122012
ModelA37-Series
Trim2.0T740Li
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine200hp I4315hp I6
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers195, 10205, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17245/50-18
Total Price38,87576,395
Adjustments for Features0-2,675
Feature-Adjusted Total Price38,87573,720
Total Invoice36,21770,535
Adjustments for Features0-2,470
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice36,21768,065

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Invoice Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 7-Series

Price Comparison (MSRP): Audi A3 vs. BMW 7-Series

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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Lowest Total Price: Audi A3 2.0T
Difference: 37,520
Lowest Total Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
Difference: 34,318
Model Year20122012
ModelA37-Series
Trim2.0T740Li
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price27,27075,500
Base Invoice25,36169,640
Cold Weather Package500 
6-speed automated manual1,480 
Convenience Package1,275 
Premium Plus Package2,000 
Metallic paint (extra cost)475 
iPod integration-200 
Navigation system2,000 
AWD2,100 
Panoramic sunroof1,100 
Cold Weather Package466 
6-speed automated manual1,378 
Convenience Package1,186 
Premium Plus Package1,860 
Metallic paint (extra cost)443 
iPod integration-186 
Navigation system1,860 
AWD1,951 
Panoramic sunroof1,023 
Total options10,7300
Total options9,9810
Destination875895
Total Price38,87576,395
Total Invoice36,21770,535

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

Price of the Audi A3: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20094dr 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.
20084dr 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.
20084dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 reatively expensive car
20084dr 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.
20074dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD		Not for the faint of heart.
20074dr 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.
20064dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		A3 is expensive.

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 7-Series

Model Year20122012
ModelA37-Series
Trim2.0T740Li
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Regenerative braking $0
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire$75 
Knee airbag, driver $100
Knee airbag, passenger $100
Obstacle detection, front $200
Rearview camera $200
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo net$40 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player $125
HD radio $100
Media drive, large $100
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear dual-zone climate control $125
Rear wiper$175 
Residual heat $50
Satellite radio$200 
SD Card slot$25 
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
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Cornering lights $25
Headlight washers $50
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat $100
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Door sill trim plates $100
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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upholstered door panels, leather $250
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical $750
Rear air springs, auto-leveling $400
Total Value of Features$5,515$8,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,675
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,470

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. BMW 7-Series

Model Year20122012
ModelA37-Series
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase101.5 in126.4 in
Length168.7 in205.3 in
Width69.5 in74.9 in
Height56.0 in58.7 in
Curb Weight3,479 lb.4,432 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.21.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in59.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in38.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in44.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft317.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		54.6 ft317.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
2.0T

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested340100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Compass25Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested70065%
Total Not Requested37535%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Total Requested145592%
Total Not Requested1258%

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What Our Members Are Saying about Audi A3 Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Audi A3: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Audi really does make some of the best interiors.
2007 4dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD		 Solid feel throughout. No creaks or rattles
2007 4dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD		 Never a rust problem. Nothing screams "cheap".
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Everything seems tight and works. The seats are comfortable front and back.
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Anything Audi is extremely well engineered. The interior is very comfortable and well laid out. All body and drivetrain parts seem very solid. Audi galvanizes the whole body before painting, so rust will never be a problem (hence 12 year rust warranty).
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Cutlines are small and regular, and have had no problems with the car in 3.5 years of ownership.
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 1st class
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 High quality and solid, inside and out.
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Tight gaps and soft touch surfaces. Design was allowed to use nice materials to make the car inviting to customers.

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What Our Members Are Saying about BMW 7-Series Materials and Workmanship

Materials and Workmanship of the BMW 7-Series: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2001 4dr Sedan 282-horsepower 4.4L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 SUN EXPOSURE HAS CAUSED SOME INTERIOR PLASTIC WARPAGE, AND, OF COURSE, ANY AND ALL SERVICING IS MORE EXPENSIVE THAN OTHER CARS (UNLESS YOU HAVE A MASERATI), BUT CAR REPAIRS IN GENERAL ARE BECOMING MORE EXPENSIVE FOR ALL CARS AS TIME GOES ON.

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