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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $51,345

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $27,580

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,817

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $25,648

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520162016
ModelA3 / S3C-ClassC-Class
TrimS3AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $41,100 $65,250 $73,250
Base Invoice $38,224 $60,683 $68,123
Advanced Technology Package 1,400    
Prestige Package 5,900    
235/35YR19 1,500    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 720 720
Multimedia Package   2,690 2,690
Parktronic Package   970 970
Lighting Package   800 800
Driver Assistance Package   2,250 2,250
AMG Leather Package   2,590  
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   1,250 1,250
Panoramic sunroof   1,480 1,480
Wood trim     0
Advanced Technology Package 1,302    
Prestige Package 5,488    
235/35YR19 1,397    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511 669 669
Multimedia Package   2,502 2,502
Parktronic Package   902 902
Lighting Package   744 744
Driver Assistance Package   2,092 2,092
AMG Leather Package   2,409  
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   1,163 1,163
Panoramic sunroof   1,376 1,376
Wood trim     0
Options (change) 9,350 12,750 10,160
Options (change) 8,698 11,857 9,448
Destination 895 925 925
Total Price $51,345 $78,925 $84,335
Total Invoice $47,817 $73,465 $78,496

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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: $25,375
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,596
Model Year201520162016
ModelA3 / S3C-ClassC-Class
TrimS3AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine292hp I4469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionS6T7T7
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$51,345$78,925$84,335
Adjustments for Features0-2,205-3,555
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,345$76,720$80,780
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,060
Total Invoice$47,817$73,465$78,496
Adjustments for Features0-2,052-3,309
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,817$71,413$75,187
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,774

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year201520162016
ModelA3 / S3C-ClassC-Class
TrimS3AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr 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 climate control $25$25
Remote start via app $75$75
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Semi-automated parking system $500$500
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$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
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Crosswind stabilization $50$50
Suggestive steering $0$0
Total Value of Features$5,550$7,755$9,105
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,205$3,555
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,052-3,309

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20152016
ModelA3 / S3C-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in111.8 in
Length175.4 in184.5 in
Width70.7 in71.3 in
Height55.7 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,176 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Black grille (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Total Requested315090%
Total Not Requested35010%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Dual-mode exhaust, switchable
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable250Yes
Sport exhaust0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested92598%
Total Not Requested152%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-450450%
Total Not Requested350-350%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Dual-mode exhaust, switchable
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable250Yes
Sport exhaust0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood trim
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300No
Analog clock25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested325100%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested92598%
Total Not Requested152%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-450450%
Total Not Requested350-350%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%

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