2014 Audi A4 vs 2014 BMW 3-Series vs 2014 Cadillac ATS

2014 Audi A4

2014 BMW 3-Series

2014 Cadillac ATS

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4-Door Sedan Automatic quattro 2.0T Premium

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
A4 4-Door Sedan Automatic quattro 2.0T Premium	20	29	$33,388	$35,900
A4 4-Door Sedan Automatic quattro 2.0T Premium Plus	20	29	$33,388	$35,900
A4 4-Door Sedan Automatic quattro 2.0T Prestige	20	29	$33,388	$35,900
A4 4-Door Sedan CVT FrontTrak 2.0T Premium	24	32	$31,434	$33,800
A4 4-Door Sedan CVT FrontTrak 2.0T Premium Plus	24	32	$31,434	$33,800
A4 4-Door Sedan CVT FrontTrak 2.0T Prestige	24	32	$31,434	$33,800
A4 4-Door Sedan Manual quattro 2.0T Premium	22	32	$32,272	$34,700
A4 4-Door Sedan Manual quattro 2.0T Premium Plus	22	32	$32,272	$34,700
A4 4-Door Sedan Manual quattro 2.0T Prestige	22	32	$32,272	$34,700
S4 4-Door Sedan Manual Premium Plus	17	26	$44,734	$48,100
S4 4-Door Sedan Manual Prestige	17	26	$44,734	$48,100
S4 4-Door Sedan S Tronic Premium Plus	18	28	$46,037	$49,500
S4 4-Door Sedan S Tronic Prestige	18	28	$46,037	$49,500
allroad 4-Door Wgn Premium	20	27	$37,852	$40,700
allroad 4-Door Wgn Premium Plus	20	27	$37,852	$40,700
allroad 4-Door Wgn Prestige	20	27	$37,852	$40,700

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4-Door Sedan 320i RWD

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 320i RWD	24	36	$30,130	$32,750
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 320i RWD South Africa	24	36	$30,130	$32,750
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 320i xDrive AWD	23	35	$31,970	$34,750
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 320i xDrive AWD South Africa	23	35	$31,970	$34,750
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328d RWD	32	45	$35,510	$38,600
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328d xDrive AWD	31	43	$37,350	$40,600
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i RWD	23	35	$34,315	$37,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i RWD SULEV	23	35	$34,315	$37,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i RWD South Africa	23	35	$34,315	$37,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i RWD South Africa SULEV	23	35	$34,315	$37,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i xDrive AWD	22	33	$36,155	$39,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i xDrive AWD SULEV	22	33	$36,155	$39,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i xDrive AWD SULEV South Africa	22	33	$36,155	$39,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 328i xDrive AWD South Africa	22	33	$36,155	$39,300
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 335i RWD	22	32	$39,930	$43,400
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 335i RWD South Africa	22	32	$39,930	$43,400
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 335i xDrive AWD	20	30	$41,770	$45,400
3 Series 4-Door Sedan 335i xDrive AWD South Africa	20	30	$41,770	$45,400
3 Series 4-Door Sedan ActiveHybrid 3	25	33	$45,910	$49,900
3 Series 4-Door Sports Wgn 328d xDrive AWD	31	43	$39,515	$42,950
3 Series 4-Door Sports Wgn 328i xDrive AWD	22	33	$38,135	$41,450
3 Series Gran Turismo 5-Door 328i xDrive Gran Turismo AWD	22	33	$38,135	$41,450
3 Series Gran Turismo 5-Door 335i xDrive Gran Turismo AWD	20	30	$43,100	$46,850

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4-Door Sedan 2.0L Luxury AWD

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Luxury AWD	20	30	$38,629	$41,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Luxury RWD	21	31	$36,749	$39,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Performance AWD	20	30	$41,228	$44,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Performance RWD	21	31	$39,358	$42,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Premium AWD	20	30	$43,192	$46,195
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Premium RWD	21	31	$42,163	$45,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Standard AWD	20	30	$35,054	$37,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Standard RWD	21	31	$33,164	$35,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.5L Luxury RWD	22	33	$34,869	$37,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 2.5L Standard RWD	22	33	$31,246	$33,065
ATS 4-Door Sedan 3.6L Luxury AWD	18	26	$40,509	$43,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 3.6L Luxury RWD	19	28	$38,629	$41,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 3.6L Performance AWD	18	26	$43,098	$46,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 3.6L Performance RWD	19	28	$41,228	$44,095
ATS 4-Door Sedan 3.6L Premium AWD	18	26	$45,062	$48,195
ATS 4-Door Sedan 3.6L Premium RWD	19	28	$44,033	$47,095

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$33,388

$30,130

$38,629

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$35,900

$32,750

$41,095

Monthly Payment Estimate

$598 / month

$546 / month

$685 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

8.4

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8.4

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8.8

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TCC’s Bottom Line

With its perky, composed all-wheel-drive performance, the 2014 Audi Allroad isn't just the family pick of the A4 lineup; it's a better-driving alternative to taller crossovers.

The 2014 BMW 3-Series retains its sporting heritage, but has grown to become a high-tech, spacious, comfortable, and safe range of vehicles.

The 2014 Cadillac ATS puts the Germans on notice in handling and performance, while hitting high marks in quality and comfort, too.

TCC Likes

Rakish wagon stance
Strong power delivery, impressive handling
Nicely appointed interior

Handling and poise
Strong, efficient engines
Effective brakes

Powerful, fun turbocharged four and V-6 engines
Balanced, crisp handling
Intelligent interior design

TCC Dislikes

Tight back-seat legroom
Pricier than many alternatives
MMI takes too many 'clicks' for common tasks

328i's uninspiring sounds
No Android support for BMW Apps
Interior design is busy in some trims

Somewhat snug back seat
Small trunk
Less distinctive than some previous Cadillac design efforts

Fuel Economy

City

20 mpg

24 mpg

20 mpg

Highway

29 mpg

36 mpg

30 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Compact Cars

Compact

Number of Passenger Doors

Interior Dimensions

Second Head Room (in)

37.5

37.7

36.80

Second Shoulder Room (in)

54.3

55.1

53.90

Front Head Room (in)

40.3

38.60

Passenger Volume (ft³)

90.9

Front Shoulder Room (in)

55.5

55.1

55.20

Second Leg Room (in)

35.2

35.1

33.50

Passenger Capacity

Front Leg Room (in)

41.3

42.50

Second Hip Room (in)

52.30

Front Hip Room (in)

53.00

Exterior Dimensions

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

71.9

71.3

71.10

Track Width, Front (in)

61.6

60.3

59.50

Length, Overall (in)

185.1

182.5

182.80

Height, Overall (in)

56.2

56.3

55.90

Track Width, Rear (in)

61.1

61.9

60.90

Wheelbase (in)

110.6

109.30

Liftover Height (in)

- TBD -

Min Ground Clearance (in)

- TBD -

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume (ft³)

12.4

10.4

Brakes

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.6

12.3

12.60 x 1.18

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

11.8

12.40 x 0.90

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Pwr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

16.1

15.8

16.0

Steering

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

37.7

37.1

38.05

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Electric Rack-&-Pinion

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

3.16

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft)

N/A

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

16.8

Tires

Rear Tire Size

P245/45HR17

P225/50VR17

P255/45R17

Rear Tire Order Code

HM1

RA6

Front Tire Size

P245/45HR17

P225/50VR17

P255/45R17

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Front Tire Order Code

HM1

RA6

Spare Tire Order Code

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

3693

3295

3543

Wheels

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

Front Wheel Size (in)

17 X 8

17 X 7.5

17 x 8.0

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Compact

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

17 X 8

17 X 7.5

17 x 8.0

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Electrical

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

150

170

- TBD -

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

900

- TBD -

Engine

Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection

Direct Injection

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

258 @ 1500

200 @ 1250

260 @ 1700-5500

Engine Order Code

LTG

Displacement

2.0 L/121

2.0 L/122

2.0L/122

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

220 @ 4450

180 @ 5000

272 @ 5500

Engine Type

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

Turbocharged Gas I4

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

20 (2013)

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

24 (2013)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

30 (2013)

Transmission

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.84

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.67

1.16

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Automatic

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

0.67

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.71

4.06

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

2.85

3.15

3.27

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

2.11

1.55

Trans Type

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.67

Drivetrain

All Wheel

Rear Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.28

1.29

0.85

Trans Description Cont. Again

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.32

3.29

3.20

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

3.14

2.37

Trans Order Code

205

MYA

Clutch Size (in)

Summary

Body Style

quattro Sedan

Sedan

Vehicle Name

Audi A4

BMW 3 Series

Cadillac ATS

Suspension

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Multi-Link

w/Coil Springs

Suspension Type - Front

Multi-Link

Strut

MacPherson Strut

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Multi-Link

Strut

w/Coil Springs

Suspension Type - Rear

Multi-Link

Five-Link

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)

- TBD -

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)

- TBD -

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)

- TBD -

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

7.5 (Est)

6.4 (Est)

7.6 (2013)

Trailering

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)

8.1

Crash Test Ratings

Overall Rating

Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger

Overall Side Crash Rating

Side Barrier Rating

Side Barrier Rating Driver

Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat

Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat

Rollover Rating

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