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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: $38,120 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $5,475 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,510 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $5,093 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,920 | $35,875 | $32,900 | $39,000 |
| Base Invoice | $25,035 | $33,364 | $30,597 | $36,270 |
| Sport Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,800 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| S Line Package | 2,000 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 720 | 720 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | 1,050 | 1,050 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,150 | 1,150 | ||
| Premium II Package | 3,500 | 1,350 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,980 | 2,980 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,570 | 1,570 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,303 | 1,303 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,675 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | ||
| S Line Package | 1,860 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 441 | 441 | 669 | 669 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | 976 | 976 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,069 | 1,069 | ||
| Premium II Package | 3,255 | 1,256 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,771 | 2,771 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,460 | 1,460 | ||
| Options (change) | 10,375 | 6,575 | 9,820 | 7,670 |
| Options (change) | 9,650 | 6,115 | 9,131 | 7,132 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $38,120 | $43,275 | $43,595 | $47,545 |
| Total Invoice | $35,510 | $40,304 | $40,603 | $44,277 |
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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: $4,310 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,008 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | 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) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $38,120 | $43,275 | $43,595 | $47,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,650 | -1,165 | -2,615 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,120 | $40,625 | $42,430 | $44,930 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,505 | $0 | $2,500 |
| Total Invoice | $35,510 | $40,304 | $40,603 | $44,277 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,468 | -1,085 | -2,435 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,510 | $37,836 | $39,518 | $41,842 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,326 | $0 | $2,324 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | 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 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| 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 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| 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 | $0 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,115 | $4,765 | $3,280 | $4,730 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,650 | $1,165 | $2,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,468 | -1,085 | -2,435 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 |
| 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
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 25 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 30% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 980 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 22% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 36% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 825 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 715 | 46% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 825 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 715 | 46% |
| 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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