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Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,645 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $6,040 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,213 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $5,619 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,270 | $30,250 | $29,900 | $47,450 |
| Base Invoice | $25,361 | $28,134 | $27,807 | $44,129 |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 720 | 720 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 420 | 420 |
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,370 | 2,370 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||
| Special order charge | 250 | 250 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | 669 | 669 |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | 391 | 391 |
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,204 | 2,204 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||
| Special order charge | 233 | 233 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,500 | 7,500 | 10,860 | 10,010 |
| Options (change) | 6,977 | 6,977 | 10,100 | 9,309 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $35,645 | $38,625 | $41,685 | $58,385 |
| Total Invoice | $33,213 | $35,986 | $38,832 | $54,363 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,440 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,334 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| 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 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $35,645 | $38,625 | $41,685 | $58,385 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,050 | -4,600 | -7,225 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,645 | $37,575 | $37,085 | $51,160 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,930 | $0 | $14,075 |
| Total Invoice | $33,213 | $35,986 | $38,832 | $54,363 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -978 | -4,285 | -6,727 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,213 | $35,008 | $34,547 | $47,636 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,795 | $0 | $13,089 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger 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 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,655 | $3,705 | $7,255 | $9,880 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,050 | $4,600 | $7,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -978 | -4,285 | -6,727 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | CLA |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 56.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 3,263 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 27.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1555 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1555 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 44% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 44% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
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