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Lincoln MKZ vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Lincoln MKZ vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,065 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||||||
| Difference: $3,225 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,121 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||||||
| Difference: $3,494 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Base | Hybrid | Black Label | Hybrid Black Label | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,190 | $35,190 | $45,605 | $45,605 | $31,200 | $42,900 |
| Base Invoice | $33,431 | $33,431 | $42,869 | $42,869 | $29,016 | $39,898 |
| Technology Package | 2,495 | 2,495 | 2,495 | 2,495 | ||
| Reserve Package | 4,420 | 4,420 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | 2,995 | 2,995 | 2,995 | 2,995 | ||
| Cargo net | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 150 | 150 |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 180 | 180 |
| Aluminum trim | 195 | 195 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 8,950 | 5,500 | ||||
| Sport Package | 650 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | 295 | ||||
| Cargo mat | 115 | 115 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | ||||
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |||||
| Technology Package | 2,271 | 2,271 | 2,271 | 2,271 | ||
| Reserve Package | 4,022 | 4,022 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | 2,726 | 2,726 | 2,726 | 2,726 | ||
| Cargo net | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 139 | 139 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 69 | 69 | 69 | 168 | 168 |
| Aluminum trim | 178 | 178 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 8,325 | 5,116 | ||||
| Sport Package | 606 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | 274 | ||||
| Cargo mat | 107 | 107 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | ||||
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |||||
| Options (change) | 10,205 | 10,205 | 5,590 | 5,590 | 10,915 | 8,315 |
| Options (change) | 9,289 | 9,289 | 5,089 | 5,089 | 10,155 | 7,737 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 895 | 950 | 950 |
| Total Price | $46,290 | $46,290 | $52,090 | $52,090 | $43,065 | $52,165 |
| Total Invoice | $43,615 | $43,615 | $48,853 | $48,853 | $40,121 | $48,585 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,385 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,760 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Base | Hybrid | Black Label | Hybrid Black Label | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 141hp I4 H | 240hp I4 | 141hp I4 H | 186hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | CVT | T6 | CVT | S7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 11 | ?, 11 | ?, 11 | ?, 11 | 705, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 245/40-19 | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $46,290 | $46,290 | $52,090 | $52,090 | $43,065 | $52,165 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,840 | -1,740 | -3,540 | -3,440 | 0 | -3,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,450 | $44,550 | $48,550 | $48,650 | $43,065 | $49,115 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $100 | $4,100 | $4,200 | $0 | $6,050 |
| Total Invoice | $43,615 | $43,615 | $48,853 | $48,853 | $40,121 | $48,585 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,734 | -1,639 | -3,320 | -3,226 | 0 | -2,841 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,881 | $41,976 | $45,533 | $45,627 | $40,121 | $45,744 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $95 | $3,652 | $3,746 | $0 | $5,623 |
Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | A3 / S3 / RS3 | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Base | Hybrid | Black Label | Hybrid Black Label | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| CVT | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | $5 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Concierge Services - 4 year subscription | $200 | $200 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,745 | $6,645 | $8,445 | $8,345 | $4,905 | $7,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,840 | $1,740 | $3,540 | $3,440 | $0 | $3,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,734 | -1,639 | -3,320 | -3,226 | 0 | -2,841 |
Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | MKZ | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 194.1 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,720 lb. | 3,198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.6 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 30% |
| Reserve Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 300 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Remote air conditioning | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Daytime running lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2225 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1125 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 30% |
| Reserve Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 300 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Remote air conditioning | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Daytime running lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2225 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1125 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Black Label
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 4075 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 2715 | 40% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3
| 235/35YR19 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2175 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 2315 | 52% |
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