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Lexus SC vs. Audi A3 Price Comparison

Lexus SC vs Audi A3 Price Comparison:
Lexus SC vs Audi A3 Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Lexus SC vs. Audi A3 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the SC vs. A3 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the SC 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 $29,605 lower than the Lexus SC 430's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the SC 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 Lexus SC 430 includes additional features worth $1900. 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 $1900 adjustment for the Lexus SC 430's additional features, the Audi A3 2.0T is $29,605 less than the Audi A3 2.0T.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus SC vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 29,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 24,867
Model Year20102011
ModelSCA3
Trim4302.0T
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch
Engine288hp V8200hp I4
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers240, 9195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18225/45-17
Total Price69,28037,775
Adjustments for Features-1,9000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price67,38037,775
Total Invoice61,75535,194
Adjustments for Features-1,6940
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice60,06135,194

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Invoice Comparison: Lexus SC vs. Audi A3

Price Comparison (MSRP): Lexus SC vs. Audi A3

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: 31,505
Lowest Total Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
Difference: 26,561
Model Year20102011
ModelSCA3
Trim4302.0T
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch
Base Price68,40527,270
Base Invoice60,88025,361
Cold Weather Package 500
Premium Plus Package 2,000
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475
iPod integration -200
Navigation system 2,000
Convenience Package 1,275
6-speed automated manual 1,480
AWD 2,100
Cold Weather Package 466
Premium Plus Package 1,860
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443
iPod integration -186
Navigation system 1,860
Convenience Package 1,186
6-speed automated manual 1,378
AWD 1,951
Total options09,630
Total options08,958
Destination875875
Total Price69,28037,775
Total Invoice61,75535,194

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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: Lexus SC vs. Audi A3

Model Year20102011
ModelSCA3
Trim4302.0T
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire $75
Front seat active head restraints $50
Knee airbag, driver$100 
Knee airbag, passenger$100 
Obstacle detection, rear $300
Side curtain airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net $40
Rear seat pass-through $100
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Power antenna$100 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear wiper $175
SD Card slot $25
Traffic + travel information$50 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated side glass$300 
Power retractable hardtop$2750 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Fog light, rear $100
Headlight washers$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upholstered door panels, leather$250 
Wood trim$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Total Value of Features$7,680$5,780
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,900$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,6940

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Specifications Comparison: Lexus SC vs. Audi A3

Model Year20102011
ModelSCA3
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.1 in101.5 in
Length178.5 in168.7 in
Width72.0 in69.5 in
Height53.1 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,840 lb.3,479 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.7 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom27.1 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room46.6 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom27.1 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		8.8 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		8.854.6 ft3

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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 nozzles15No
Total Requested32596%
Total Not Requested154%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
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 seat150No
Total Requested115573%
Total Not Requested42527%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300No
Compass25Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested30028%
Total Not Requested77572%

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What Our Members Are Saying about Lexus SC Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Lexus SC: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 2dr Hardtop conv. 300-horsepower 4.3L V8
5-speed automatic RWD		 Top notch material.
2002 2dr Hardtop conv. 300-horsepower 4.3L V8
5-speed automatic RWD		 Quality is #1

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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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