2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Buick LaCrosse
When we compare the 2015 Audi A3's and the 2015 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2015 Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Audi A3's and the 2015 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Buick LaCrosse Pricing
A used 2015 Audi A3 ranges from $9,998 to $20,990 while a used 2015 Buick LaCrosse is priced between $9,932 to $21,962.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Buick LaCrosse Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2015 Buick LaCrosse loses 54.4 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Audi A3 retains 5.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Buick LaCrosse.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Buick LaCrosse Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Buick LaCrosse's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Buick LaCrosse being ranked 1 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2015 Audi A3 vs. 2015 Buick LaCrosse Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A3 is 8.0 out of 10. For the Buick LaCrosse the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Buick LaCrosse a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Audi A3’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2015 Buick LaCrosse base engine makes 304 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles.This gives the 2015 Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Buick LaCrosse the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Audi A3 and the 2015 Buick LaCrosse have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9998 - 20990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9932 - 21962
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.543773
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.531538 / 10
Reliability:
8.194616 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2015 Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
Base, Leather, Premium I, Premium II
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:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
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:
170 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
304 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 518 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:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3175 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3895 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17