Audi A4 vs. BMW 3 Series
When comparing the Audi A4 to the BMW 3 Series, the Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A4 versus the BMW 3 Series, the BMW 3 Series is a better car than the Audi A4.
Audi A4 versus BMW 3 Series Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Audi A4 ranges from $31,329 to $44,999 while a used BMW 3 Series from the same model year range is priced between $31,990 to $55,738. For a new model, the Audi A4's price is between $41,267 and $52,991, with the BMW 3 Series priced between $44,535 and $63,414.
Audi A4 versus BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.4 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 7 out of 38 Best Luxury Small Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 5 out of 38.
Audi A4 versus BMW 3 Series Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency
For engine performance, the Audi A4’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the BMW 3 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,267 - $52,991
Used Asking Price:
$31,329 - $44,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,535 - $63,414
Used Asking Price:
$31,990 - $55,738
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 38Ranking
7 out of / 38iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 38Ranking
5 out of / 38Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Prestige S line, 2.0T quattro Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus S line, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium S line
Trim Levels
M340i xDrive, 330i xDrive, 330i, M340i
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 4200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Not yet available
Pedestrian Detection:
Not yet available
Lane Departure Warning:
Not yet available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Not yet available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Not yet available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Not yet available
360-Degree Camera:
Not yet available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Not yet available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 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:
3638 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
