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Audi A3 / S3 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 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $51,695 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | |||
| Difference: $26,850 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,142 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | |||
| Difference: $24,970 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | S3 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $41,100 | $63,900 | $71,900 |
| Base Invoice | $38,224 | $59,427 | $66,867 |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | ||
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | ||
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 | 720 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 420 | 420 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | 2,690 | |
| Lighting Package | 800 | 800 | |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 1,250 | 1,250 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | ||
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | ||
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 669 | 669 |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 391 | 391 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | 2,502 | |
| Lighting Package | 744 | 744 | |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 2,604 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 1,163 | 1,163 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| Options (change) | 9,700 | 13,720 | 11,130 |
| Options (change) | 9,023 | 12,760 | 10,351 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $51,695 | $78,545 | $83,955 |
| Total Invoice | $48,142 | $73,112 | $78,143 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $25,045 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,290 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | S3 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp I4 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | S6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 |
| Total Price | $51,695 | $78,545 | $83,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,805 | -2,955 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,695 | $76,740 | $81,000 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,260 |
| Total Invoice | $48,142 | $73,112 | $78,143 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,680 | -2,750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,142 | $71,432 | $75,393 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,961 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | S3 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,550 | $7,355 | $8,505 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,805 | $2,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,680 | -2,750 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,176 lb. | 3,418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 10% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 250 | Yes |
| Sport exhaust | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Wood trim | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | -500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | -450 | 450% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | -350% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG S
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | 250 | Yes |
| Sport exhaust | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | -500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | -450 | 450% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | -350% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 21% |
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