2010 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 3 Series
When we compare the 2010 Audi A4's and the 2010 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2010 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2010 Audi A4's and the 2010 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2010 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2010 Audi A4.
2010 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2010 Audi A4 ranges from $5,727 to $12,724 while a used 2010 BMW 3 Series is priced between $5,507 to $13,993.
2010 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2010 Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value and the 2010 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2010 BMW 3 Series retains 0.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2010 Audi A4.
2010 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Audi A4 is ranked 3 and the BMW 3 Series is ranked 6.
2010 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.7 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 3 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2010 Audi A4’s base engine makes 211 horsepower, and the 2010 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 230 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 516 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 451 miles. This gives the 2010 Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2010 BMW 3 Series. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2010 BMW 3 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2010 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2010 Audi A4 and the 2010 BMW 3 Series have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5727 - 12724
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5507 - 13993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2010 Audi A4 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige, 2.0T quattro Avant Premium, 2.0T quattro Avant Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Avant Prestige
2010 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
211 hp @ 4300 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
230 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 451 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
185.2 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3362 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
178.2 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available