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Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,310 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $6,075 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,542 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $6,005 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,340 | $33,980 | $31,600 | $36,900 |
| Base Invoice | $23,404 | $31,561 | $29,388 | $34,317 |
| S Line Package | 2,200 | |||
| Technology Package | 1,500 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | ||
| Audio Package | 1,350 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 710 | 710 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| Satellite radio | 350 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |||
| Premium II Package | 2,750 | 1,350 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,550 | 1,550 | ||
| S Line Package | 2,002 | |||
| Technology Package | 1,365 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | 637 | ||
| Audio Package | 1,229 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | 410 | 660 | 660 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,001 | 1,001 | 930 | 930 |
| Navigation system | 1,774 | 1,775 | ||
| Satellite radio | 319 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 728 | |||
| Premium II Package | 2,558 | 1,256 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,442 | 1,442 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,250 | 5,350 | 8,960 | 7,560 |
| Options (change) | 8,418 | 4,870 | 8,334 | 7,032 |
| Destination | 720 | 720 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $35,310 | $40,050 | $41,385 | $45,285 |
| Total Invoice | $32,542 | $37,151 | $38,547 | $42,174 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,685 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,710 | ||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 195, 10 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $35,310 | $40,050 | $41,385 | $45,285 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,900 | -1,390 | -2,840 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,310 | $37,150 | $39,995 | $42,445 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,840 | $0 | $2,450 |
| Total Invoice | $32,542 | $37,151 | $38,547 | $42,174 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,690 | -1,295 | -2,645 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,542 | $34,461 | $37,252 | $39,529 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,919 | $0 | $2,277 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,465 | $4,365 | $2,855 | $4,305 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,900 | $1,390 | $2,840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,690 | -1,295 | -2,645 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 3,528 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2180 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 1% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 25 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
| Audio Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 0 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 29% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 740 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 740 | 48% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 32% |
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