2022 Audi A3 vs. 2022 BMW 3 Series
When comparing the 2022 Audi A3's and the 2022 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2022 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Audi A3's and the 2022 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Audi A3 is a better car than the 2022 BMW 3 Series.
2022 Audi A3 vs. 2022 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2022 Audi A3 ranges from $28,802 to $38,168 while a used 2022 BMW 3 Series is priced between $30,887 to $55,359. For a new model, the 2022 Audi A3's price is between $33,371 and $47,000, with the 2022 BMW 3 Series priced between $36,530 and $66,638.
2022 Audi A3 vs. 2022 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2022 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Audi A3 retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 BMW 3 Series.
2022 Audi A3 vs. 2022 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.7 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 7 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Audi A3 is ranked 6 and the BMW 3 Series is ranked 7.
2022 Audi A3 vs. 2022 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A3 is 8.0 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2022 Audi A3’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the 2022 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles.This gives the 2022 Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 BMW 3 Series the advantage in maximum range. The A3 uses regular unleaded, and the 3 Series uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2022 BMW 3 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2022 Audi A3 and 2022 BMW 3 Series are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2022 Audi A3 and the 2022 BMW 3 Series have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$33,371 - $47,000
Used Asking Price:
$28,802 - $38,168
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$36,530 - $66,638
Used Asking Price:
$30,887 - $55,359
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2022 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI
2022 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive
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:
201 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 38 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 562 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3329 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3560 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
