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BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 Price Comparison

BMW 3-Series vs Audi A3 Price Comparison:
BMW 3-Series vs Audi A3 Price Comparison:

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For the BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the 3-Series vs. A3 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the 3-Series and A3 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Audi A3 2.0T's price is $3,600 lower than the BMW 3-Series 325i's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the 3-Series vs. A3 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 3-Series 325i includes additional features worth $0. 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, after a $735 adjustment for the Audi A3 2.0T's additional features, the Audi A3 2.0T is $3,600 less than the BMW 3-Series 325i.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,600
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,719
Model Year20062012
Model3-SeriesA3
Trim325i2.0T
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Engine215hp I6200hp I4
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 10195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17
Total Price42,84039,975
Adjustments for Features0-735
Feature-Adjusted Total Price42,84039,240
Total Invoice39,27537,241
Adjustments for Features0-685
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice39,27536,556

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Invoice Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3

Price Comparison (MSRP): BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3

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 2.0T
Difference: 2,865
Lowest Total Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
Difference: 2,034
Model Year20062012
Model3-SeriesA3
Trim325i2.0T
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Base Price34,60027,270
Base Invoice31,66525,361
Cold Weather Package600500
Steering-linked headlights800 
Metallic paint (extra cost)475475
Satellite radio595 
Leather seating surfaces1,450 
Navigation system2,0002,000
Obstacle detection, rear350 
6-speed shiftable automatic1,275 
Convenience Package 1,275
Premium Plus Package 2,000
Aluminum roof rails 500
Wood trim 400
Panoramic sunroof 1,100
6-speed automated manual 1,480
AWD 2,100
Cold Weather Package 466
Steering-linked headlights 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443
Satellite radio 0
Leather seating surfaces 0
Navigation system 1,860
Obstacle detection, rear 0
6-speed shiftable automatic 0
Convenience Package 1,186
Premium Plus Package 1,860
Aluminum roof rails 466
Wood trim 372
Panoramic sunroof 1,023
6-speed automated manual 1,378
AWD 1,951
Total options7,54511,830
Total options6,91511,005
Destination695875
Total Price42,84039,975
Total Invoice39,27537,241

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3

Model Year20062012
Model3-SeriesA3
Trim325i2.0T
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front seat active head restraints $50
Tires, run-flat$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Aluminum roof rails $250
Cargo area partition net$40 
Cargo net $40
Roof rails$250 
Ski sack$50 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input $100
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, remote $200
CD player$125 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Residual heat$50 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $25
Fog light, rear $100
Headlight washers$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Floor mats $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$4,030$4,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$735
Value of Feature Adjustments0-685

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A3

Model Year20062012
Model3-SeriesA3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Wheelbase108.7 in101.5 in
Length178.2 in168.7 in
Width71.5 in69.5 in
Height55.8 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,782 lb.3,479 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.4 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		24.8 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		58.0 ft354.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
325i

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested40089%
Total Not Requested5011%

Option Package Details
2.0T

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote200No
Digital media reader25No
Total Requested60073%
Total Not Requested22527%
6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested340100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Compass25No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested52549%
Total Not Requested55051%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Total Requested70545%
Total Not Requested87555%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW 3-Series

Price of the BMW 3-Series: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD		 M3 is a bargain in its segment.
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 BMW financial does a good job, and price negotiation was no fuss no hassle, based upon local agreements with AAA, Price Club. Was able to convert from purchase to a lease w/o a problem, and saved money doing this.
2007 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Extremely high factory residuals make leasing this car an excellent option if you tend to buy a new car every 4 years or so.
Price of the BMW 3-Series: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The only down side to a BMW would be with the price tag, but if you demand economy and performance from a dependable and reliabile car, then there is a price.
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 BMW pricing.
2009 2dr Coupe 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
7-speed automated manual RWD		 I believe it needs to sticker 10-12k less. You can get a Vette GS, a Caddy CTS, for 18K less!
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Base model is a rental car. Adding "options" adds $10k to the base instantly, widening the gap between the Infiniti and the Bimmer to...$11k.
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Car is too expensive in Canada - should be 10% cheaper to match US prices.
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD		 This car is pretty expensive and the payments are somewhat burdensome, but I understood the cost of entry going into the car buying process. That said, you get what you pay for. This car is still a great value.
2008 4dr Wagon 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 More expensive yet repair history not as good
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Althought the price reflects general maintenance costs, over the 4 year program, there are significantly reduced numbers of those maintenances performed, ie., oir change, general inspections, no tire rotations, etc.
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 about 25% more expensive than the Infinity, plus dealer add-ons are very expensive
2008 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Reasonably equipped in Canada it is a $75,000 car
2008 2dr Coupe 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD		 very expensive
2008 2dr Coupe 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
7-speed automated manual RWD		 No leasing option for physical persons in Greece
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 fuel pump issue, materials low quality
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Expensive to purchase and expensive to mainatain after warranty expires
2008 4dr Wagon 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Options it up and you are well over $40K for a 230HP sluggish car.
2008 2dr Coupe 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD		 This is a problem with most car companies, but by the time you add the options you would actually WANT on your car, you've easily added $7k-$12k to advertised MSRP. Often times things you want are bundled with things you don't want or care
2007 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Cost more than average car
2007 4dr Wagon 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 high priced - but may be worth it for the vehical
2007 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Too expensive for what you get. Even used the price is not worth the lack of styling, and undesirable & upredicable accelarator & shifting, and sensitive unpredicable braking.
2007 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Too expensive. Too many options installed in cars at dealer inventory.
2007 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 premium brand, paying for performance but US to Canada is a ripoff. same car is 10k less in USA.
2007 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The car is more expensive than it should be for what you get in the purchase. I think you pay well for the BMW emblem.
2007 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Features like AWD are not standard. These features quickly increases the price when added.
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Kinda high in price.
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Roughly 50K for a fully equipt vehicle. Dealers would not discount. However, lease program was attractive but I did not want to lease.
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 The price was high for the features and performance compared to the A4 and the TL.
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Especially when "packages" are included, can be very expensive, even in 325, 328 versions. Some packages force odd accessories to get useful ones.
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Pretty expensive compared to Japanese cars of similar design.
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 BMWs are definitely spendy for what you get.
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Sometimes things get expensive when you build a new car.
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Expensive car.
2006 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The price of a new 3-Series is on the rise, in turn increasing the average payment and making it harder for some to justify the $50-60K cost of a midsize sedan.
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Pricey for us poor public servants.
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 It is an expensive car and offering less options, comparing to the competition. Without warrantee, the maintenance cost is mind blowing. Electrical malfunction occurs quite often, so be prepared to save up for your annual repair.
2005 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 A little more expensive than competing makes/models, but worth it.
2005 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD		 a little oversprice- just due to the brand name factor.
2005 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 BMW quality comes with a BMW price tag. Ouch.
2004 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 The grouping of options into "packages" usually includes one item that you want and cannot get any other way with several other expensive things that you do not want, but cannot delete from your order (i.e. auto dimming mirrors with lumbar support).
2004 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 maintenance is $$$ relative to other brands
2004 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 expensive, but holds its value well.
2004 2dr Coupe 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed automated manual RWD		 It is expensive.
2004 4dr Wagon 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 If you buy a CPO, the price is much higher than private party.
2004 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 They cost more. I prefer a used BMW to any new Asian car.
2003 4dr Wagon 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed manual AWD		 They are expensive to purchase, and to maintain.
2003 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed manual AWD		 Ridiculous for what you get. Extra cost metallic paint and folding rear seat! Vinyl seats in a $30k+ car?!
2002 2dr Coupe 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 As this car is subject for taxation at many levels you will always pay more. The cost of parts is not as high as you would think.
2002 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed manual RWD		 Expensive
2002 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 pay too much for the "NAME"
2002 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Price is a bit high once you add the "options" that should be included like sunroof, leather, HID lights and such

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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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