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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: $2,410 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,142 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | |||
| Difference: $2,243 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | S3 | C250 Sport | C350 Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $41,100 | $35,800 | $42,100 |
| Base Invoice | $38,224 | $33,294 | $39,153 |
| 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 |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,860 | 2,860 | |
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,530 | 1,530 | |
| Special order charge | 250 | 250 | |
| Leather Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,500 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| 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 |
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,660 | 2,660 | |
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,423 | 1,423 | |
| Special order charge | 233 | 233 | |
| Leather Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,325 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | |
| Rear spoiler | 279 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,700 | 17,380 | 14,580 |
| Options (change) | 9,023 | 16,166 | 13,562 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $51,695 | $54,105 | $57,605 |
| Total Invoice | $48,142 | $50,385 | $53,640 |
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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: $3,205 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,983 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | S3 | C250 Sport | C350 Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp I4 | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 |
| Transmission | S6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $51,695 | $54,105 | $57,605 |
| Adjustments for Features | -795 | 0 | -350 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,900 | $54,105 | $57,255 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,150 |
| Total Invoice | $48,142 | $50,385 | $53,640 |
| Adjustments for Features | -740 | 0 | -326 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,402 | $50,385 | $53,314 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,929 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | S3 | C250 Sport | C350 Sport |
| 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 | |||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | |
| 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 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |
| 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-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,025 | $6,230 | $6,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $795 | $0 | $350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -740 | 0 | -326 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 180.7 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,176 lb. | 3,429 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 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 | 36.1 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 12.4 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 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| 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 |
| 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 | No |
| Total Requested | 2150 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 16% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 400 | Yes |
| 225/40ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| 255/35ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 33% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 31% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 45% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 16% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 400 | Yes |
| 225/40ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| 255/35ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 33% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 31% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
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