BMW Z4 vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Price Comparison


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For the BMW Z4 vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Z4 vs. A4 / S4 / RS4 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Z4 and A4 / S4 / RS4 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the BMW Z4 sDrive35i's price is $3,860 lower than the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 S4 Cabriolet's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW Z4 sDrive35i | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,860 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 4,130 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Z4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | sDrive35i | S4 Cabriolet |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 340hp V8 |
| Transmission | S7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 14/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 10 | 215, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | x- | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | 62,000 | 65,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | -510 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 61,490 | 65,350 |
| Total Invoice | 57,265 | 60,924 |
| Adjustments for Features | -471 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 56,794 | 60,924 |
Invoice Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
Price Comparison (MSRP): BMW Z4 vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4The 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: BMW Z4 sDrive35i | ||
| Difference: 3,350 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: BMW Z4 sDrive35i | ||
| Difference: 3,659 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Z4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | sDrive35i | S4 Cabriolet |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | 51,900 | 56,775 |
| Base Invoice | 47,930 | 52,801 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,575 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 1,950 |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 350 |
| iPod integration | 400 | 0 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 475 |
| Convenience Package | 2,625 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,100 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 1,813 | |
| Premium Package | 0 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 325 | |
| iPod integration | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,442 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,025 | |
| Total options | 9,225 | 6,500 |
| Total options | 8,460 | 6,048 |
| Destination | 875 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | 62,000 | 65,350 |
| Total Invoice | 57,265 | 60,924 |
Features Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Z4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | sDrive35i | S4 Cabriolet |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Wind blocker | $300 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Power convertible top | $750 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $2750 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,235 | $5,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $510 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -471 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Z4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 98.3 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 166.9 in | 180.0 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 50.8 in | 54.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,494 lb. | 4,211 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 45.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.9 ft3 | 8.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
sDrive35i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 350 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 32% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 22% |
Option Package Details
S4 Cabriolet
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| Digital media reader | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| $1300 Gas-Guzzler Tax | 0 | No |
| 4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 340 hp@6800 302 lb-ft@3500 | 1000 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Bose, 215W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 28% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW Z4
| Price of the BMW Z4: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
a bit expensive |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Price of the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Audi financial had geed financing interest rates, vs others manufacturers, Volvo and Subaru. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
An A4 with a V6 and automatic transmission can get pricey but Audi throws in enough standard features to make it worthwhile. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Since a new model is being introduced, there were several lightly used models available and they were aggressively priced. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Good value |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
I got a rediculous deal. Once in a lifetime really. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The CPO price was good when we purchased |
| Price of the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Relatively pricey, however compares well with competition (BMW 335). |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is a pricey car for the fairly average performance. |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Expensive to buy and run |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
You pay a premium on the S4 over the A4. Just up to you to figure out if the performance is worth the price. You are right up there with a nicely configured BMW 335. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
The A4 is not cheap, however it is worth the money. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
$40,000 price tag (fully loaded w/ nav) |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
exspensive car |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
For the same as a base A4 2.0t I got a LOADED Passat. No incentives offered on a lease. VW wanted zero down, Audi wanted $3,000.00 down. Same terms, same monthly payment. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Can get pricey |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
What was on the sticker is what you paid. No negotiation, No discounts!! |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Expensive to repair and buy |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
You pay for performance and workmanship |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Even buying second hand, I paid a bit too much. A manual 6-spd wagon with sports package is not your typical configuration. Compare to other alternatives, Audi does run a bit more expensive. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
It is a very expensive car, though in the right area for that level of combined luxury and performance. Other, perfectly adequate vehicles are available for much less. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Way too expensive for what it was. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
costly relative to Acura |
