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BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison

BMW 3-Series vs Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison:
BMW 3-Series vs Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison:

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For the BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the 3-Series vs. A5 / S5 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the 3-Series and A5 / S5 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T's price is $6,070 lower than the BMW 3-Series 335i's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the 3-Series 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 A5 / S5 A5 2.0T, the BMW 3-Series 335i includes additional features worth $1580. 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 $1580 adjustment for the BMW 3-Series 335i's additional features, the Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T is $6,070 less than the Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 6,070
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 5,166
Model Year2010201020102010
Model3-SeriesA5 / S5A5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim335iA5 2.0TA5 3.2S5 4.2
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine300hp I6211hp I4265hp V6354hp V8
TransmissionT6M6T6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG14/21 MPG14/21 MPG14/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 6505, 14505, 14505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19
Total Price57,20049,55054,05063,300
Adjustments for Features-1,5800-950-250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price55,62049,55053,10063,050
Cost Above Minimum003,55013,500
Total Invoice52,76546,14250,32759,022
Adjustments for Features-1,4570-885-233
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice51,30846,14249,44258,789
Cost Above Minimum003,30012,647

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Invoice Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5

Price Comparison (MSRP): BMW 3-Series 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.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
Difference: 7,650
Lowest Total Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
Difference: 6,623
Model Year2010201020102010
Model3-SeriesA5 / S5A5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim335iA5 2.0TA5 3.2S5 4.2
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price42,65036,00044,00052,400
Base Invoice39,42033,48040,92048,732
Premium Package2,650   
Sport Package8501,4501,450 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100   
Navigation system2,100   
Metallic paint (extra cost)550475475475
iPod integration400   
Heated front seats500   
Adaptive cruise control2,4002,1002,1002,100
Proximity key500   
6-speed shiftable automatic1,375   
AWD1,900   
Satellite radio - one year subscription350   
Prestige Package 8,3004,8005,700
Wood trim 400400500
Premium Package 000
Sport Package 1,3491,3490
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 000
Navigation system 000
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443443443
iPod integration 000
Heated front seats 000
Adaptive cruise control 1,9541,9541,954
Proximity key 000
6-speed shiftable automatic 000
AWD 000
Satellite radio - one year subscription 000
Prestige Package 7,7194,4645,302
Wood trim 372372466
Total options13,67512,7259,2258,775
Total options12,47011,8378,5828,165
Destination875825825825
Gas Tax0001,300
Total Price57,20049,55054,05063,300
Total Invoice52,76546,14250,32759,022

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year2010201020102010
Model3-SeriesA5 / S5A5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim335iA5 2.0TA5 3.2S5 4.2
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100 
6-speed manual $150 $150
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power flip-out rear side windows$125   
Remote window/roof operation$15   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic seatbelt feeder arm$100   
Compact spare tire $75$75$75
Forward collision alert $200$200$200
Hill descent control$250   
Knee airbag, driver $100$100$100
Knee airbag, passenger $100$100$100
Radar-based collision preparation system $500$500$500
Tires, run-flat$150   
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50   
Cargo mat$40   
Climate Control and Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250$250$250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150   
Satellite radio $200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250   
SD Card slot $25$25$25
Surround sound $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$350   
Exterior 
Power-venting glass roof panel $300$300$300
Sunroof$900   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog light, rear $100$100$100
Headlight washers$50   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25   
Steering-linked headlights$150   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats $75$75$75
Power seatback bolsters, driver$100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100   
Upholstered door panels, leather   $250
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$5,605$4,025$4,975$4,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,580$0$950$250
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,4570-885-233

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20102010
Model3-SeriesA5 / S5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase108.7 in108.3 in
Length181.1 in182.1 in
Width70.2 in73.0 in
Height54.1 in54.0 in
Curb Weight3,836 lb.3,891 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.9 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume11.1 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
335i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass25Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested172583%
Total Not Requested35017%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested20025%
Total Not Requested60075%

Option Package Details
A5 2.0T

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control600Yes
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system500No
Distance alert200No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
255/35YR19 tires400No
Total Requested45041%
Total Not Requested65059%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass25Yes
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Traffic information50Yes
Media hard drive100Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
iPod integration150Yes
Total Requested312581%
Total Not Requested75019%

Option Package Details
A5 3.2

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control600Yes
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system500No
Distance alert200No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
255/35YR19 tires400No
Total Requested45041%
Total Not Requested65059%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass25Yes
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Traffic information50Yes
Media hard drive100Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested162573%
Total Not Requested60027%

Option Package Details
S5 4.2

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control600Yes
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system500No
Distance alert200No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass25Yes
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Traffic information50Yes
Media hard drive100Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested162573%
Total Not Requested60027%

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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 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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Expensive car.
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
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.
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.
2005 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
A little more expensive than competing makes/models, but worth it.
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.
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.
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?!
2003 4dr Wagon 184-horsepower 2.5L I6
5-speed manual AWD
They are expensive to purchase, and to maintain.
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
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Audi A5 / S5

Price of the Audi A5 / S5: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Coupe turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD
More expensive than competitors
2009 2dr 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.
2008 2dr 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.
2008 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Too much money for some.
2008 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little too high, but worth it

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