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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,375

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3   
Difference: $11,000

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,057

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3   
Difference: $10,227

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3CLA
TrimS3AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $42,900 $49,950
Base Invoice $39,898 $46,454
Bang & Olufsen 705W 14 speakers 950  
Technology Package 3,000  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575 720
Premium Package   2,350
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package   1,650
Multimedia Package   2,300
Sunroof, large   1,480
Bang & Olufsen 705W 14 speakers 883  
Technology Package 2,790  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536 669
Premium Package   2,186
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package   1,535
Multimedia Package   2,139
Sunroof, large   1,376
Options (change) 4,525 8,500
Options (change) 4,209 7,905
Destination 950 925
Total Price $48,375 $59,375
Total Invoice $45,057 $55,284

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,840
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,078
Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3CLA
TrimS3AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine292hp I4375hp I4
TransmissionS6S7
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/40-18
Total Price$48,375$59,375
Adjustments for Features0-160
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$48,375$59,215
Total Invoice$45,057$55,284
Adjustments for Features0-149
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$45,057$55,135

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3CLA
TrimS3AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
7-speed automated manual $1200
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Remote climate control $25
Remote start via app $75
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rollover sensor $50
Secondary collision brake assist$25 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Dual-mode exhaust $250
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable$500 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Front splitter spoiler $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
App support $0
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition$200 
Navigation map updates, three years $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Boost gauge$75 
Chronometer $100
Compass$0 
Cornering lights$50 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
LED headlights$1000 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts $0
Interior trim, special color $0
Memory system, driver seat $200
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$50 
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$6,165$6,325
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$160
Value of Feature Adjustments0-149

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20172017
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3CLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in106.3 in
Length175.4 in182.3 in
Width70.7 in70.0 in
Height55.7 in56.6 in
Curb Weight3,462 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in53.2 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Handwriting recognition200No
Remote app25No
Speed limit information0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Navigation system600No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested251%
Total Not Requested189099%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Satellite radio200No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested50034%
Total Not Requested95066%
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0No
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested12511%
Total Not Requested101589%

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