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Audi A3 vs. Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison

Audi A3 vs Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison:
Audi A3 vs Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison:

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For the Audi A3 vs. Audi A5 / S5 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the A3 vs. A5 / S5 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the A3 and A5 / S5 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Audi A3 2.0T's price is $7,415 lower than the Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the A3 vs. A5 / S5 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 Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T includes additional features worth $3160. 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 $3160 adjustment for the Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T's additional features, the Audi A3 2.0T is $7,415 less than the Audi A3 2.0T.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 7,415
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 6,894
Model Year20122012
ModelA3A5 / S5
Trim2.0TA5 2.0T
Body4dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Engine200hp I4211hp I4
TransmissionS6T8
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers195, 10505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18255/35-19
Total Price39,77550,350
Adjustments for Features0-3,160
Feature-Adjusted Total Price39,77547,190
Total Invoice37,05446,891
Adjustments for Features0-2,943
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice37,05443,948

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Invoice Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

Price Comparison (MSRP): Audi A3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

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: 10,575
Lowest Total Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
Difference: 9,837
Model Year20122012
ModelA3A5 / S5
Trim2.0TA5 2.0T
Body4dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Base Price27,27037,100
Base Invoice25,36134,504
Cold Weather Package500 
Convenience Package1,275 
Premium Plus Package2,000 
Titanium Sport Package2,000 
Navigation system2,000 
6-speed automated manual1,480 
Metallic paint (extra cost)475475
iPod integration-200 
AWD2,100 
S Line Plus Package 1,500
Prestige Package 9,200
8-speed shiftable automatic 1,200
Cold Weather Package 0
Convenience Package 0
Premium Plus Package 0
Titanium Sport Package 0
Navigation system 0
6-speed automated manual 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443
iPod integration 0
AWD 0
S Line Plus Package 1,397
Prestige Package 8,556
8-speed shiftable automatic 1,116
Total options11,63012,375
Total options10,81811,512
Destination875875
Total Price39,77550,350
Total Invoice37,05446,891

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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 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.
20074dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD		Not for the faint of heart.
20064dr 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 the Audi A5 / S5

Price of the Audi A5 / S5: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20102dr Coupe turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD		More expensive than competitors
20092dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD		Price is too high. The quality of the car when taken to the test, does not justify the price.
20082dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD		Expensive base price as compared to a 335i (but still less than a 650i). Horrible leasing factors leave buying as the only real option.
20082dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		Too much money for some.
20082dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		A little too high, but worth it

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20122012
ModelA3A5 / S5
Trim2.0TA5 2.0T
Body4dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Knee airbag, driver $100
Knee airbag, passenger $100
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo net$40 
Second-row low console $100
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input $100
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $100
Media drive, large $100
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear wiper$175 
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Power-venting glass roof panel $300
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support 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
Total Value of Features$3,465$6,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,160
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,943

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20122012
ModelA3A5 / S5
Body4dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Wheelbase101.5 in108.3 in
Length168.7 in182.1 in
Width69.5 in73.0 in
Height56.0 in54.0 in
Curb Weight3,479 lb.3,682 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft312.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		54.6 ft312.2 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 trim100Yes
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 Requested155598%
Total Not Requested252%
Titanium Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Suede-like inserts in leather seats0Yes
Unique exterior trim0No
Unique interior trim0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40YR18 tires400No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%

Option Package Details
A5 2.0T

S Line Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Suede-like inserts in leather seats0Yes
Unique exterior trim0No
255/35YR19 tires400No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45041%
Total Not Requested65059%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250No
HD radio100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass25Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information50No
Media hard drive100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration150Yes
Total Requested225049%
Total Not Requested235051%

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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 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).
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".
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.
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.

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What Our Members Are Saying about Audi A5 / S5 Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Audi A5 / S5: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD		 Very high quality.
2009 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed manual AWD		 soft touch and high quality everywhere.
2008 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD		 nicely made and lots of detailing
2008 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Car seems very well made.
2008 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD		 Absolutely top notch materials with tight trim seams.
2008 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Absolutely spectacular interior. Most comfortable seats with pristine workmanship.

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