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

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,540

Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI   
Difference: $62,775

Lowest Total Invoice: $39,625

Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI   
Difference: $58,562

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201520152008
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3CLS
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,900 $32,600 $33,200 $41,100 $93,550
Base Invoice $27,808 $30,318 $30,876 $38,224 $87,002
Advanced Technology Package 1,400 1,400 1,400 1,400  
Premium Plus Package 2,550 2,550 2,550    
Prestige Package 5,900 5,900 5,900 5,900  
Sport Package 800 800 800    
Metal pedals 195 195 195    
Rear side airbags 350 350 350 350  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550  
235/35YR19       1,500  
Obstacle detection, rear         1,120
Premium Package 2         4,035
Adaptive cruise control         2,200
Voice control for nav and audio         510
iPod integration         425
Advanced Technology Package 1,302 1,302 1,302 1,302  
Premium Plus Package 2,371 2,371 2,371    
Prestige Package 5,488 5,488 5,488 5,488  
Sport Package 744 744 744    
Metal pedals 181 181 181    
Rear side airbags 325 325 325 325  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511 511 511 511  
235/35YR19       1,397  
Obstacle detection, rear         1,042
Premium Package 2         3,753
Adaptive cruise control         2,046
Voice control for nav and audio         474
iPod integration         395
Options (change) 11,745 11,745 11,745 9,700 8,290
Options (change) 10,922 10,922 10,922 9,023 7,710
Destination 895 895 895 895 875
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 2,600
Total Price $42,540 $45,240 $45,840 $51,695 $105,315
Total Invoice $39,625 $42,135 $42,693 $48,142 $98,187

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $59,035
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $55,075
Model Year20152015201520152008
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3CLS
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4150hp I4 D220hp I4292hp I4507hp V8
TransmissionS6S6S6S6T7
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14705, 14705, 14705, 14480, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18235/35-19255/35-19
Total Price$42,540$45,240$45,840$51,695$105,315
Adjustments for Features00-1,700-3,075-3,740
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,540$45,240$44,140$48,620$101,575
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,700$1,600$6,080$0
Total Invoice$39,625$42,135$42,693$48,142$98,187
Adjustments for Features00-1,583-2,864-3,487
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,625$42,135$41,110$45,278$94,700
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,510$1,485$5,653$0

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

Model Year20152015201520152008
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3CLS
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100$1100$1100 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1200
FWD$0$0   
AWD  $1700$1700 
RWD    $0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control    $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850 
Power trunk closer    $350
Remote window/roof operation    $15
Sunshade, rear, power    $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power    $350
Universal garage door opener    $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200$200 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system    $0
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200$200$200 
Lane departure warning$200$200$200$200 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Rearview camera$200$200$200$200 
Rollover sensor    $50
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25$25 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment    $50
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100 
Second-row low console    $100
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250
Rear dual-zone climate control    $125
Residual heat    $50
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional)$0$0$0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Rear spoiler   $200 
Sunroof    $900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0$0 
Aux input    $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash    $325
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0 
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200 
HD radio$50$50$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge   $75 
Chronometer    $100
Compass$0$0$0$0 
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50 
Fog lights    $125
Headlight washers    $50
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse    $25
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights    $150
Xenon HID headlights    $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats    $300
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300 
Leather door panel trim    $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 
Massage, driver seat    $100
Massage, passenger seat    $100
Memory system, driver seat    $200
Memory system, passenger seat    $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat    $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat    $50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat    $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats    $50
Synthetic suede headliner    $650
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces    $0
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150
Upholstered instrument panel, leather    $1000
Wood trim    $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500$500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable    $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100 
Total Value of Features$7,400$7,400$9,100$10,475$11,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$1,700$3,075$3,740
Value of Feature Adjustments00-1,583-2,864-3,487

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

Model Year20152008
ModelA3 / S3CLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in112.4 in
Length175.4 in193.0 in
Width70.7 in73.7 in
Height55.7 in54.7 in
Curb Weight3,176 lb.3,993 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in58.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in56.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1500100%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested104068%
Total Not Requested50032%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Body kit0Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested185051%
Total Not Requested177549%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested55073%
Total Not Requested20027%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1500100%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested104068%
Total Not Requested50032%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Body kit0Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested185051%
Total Not Requested177549%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested55073%
Total Not Requested20027%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1500100%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested104068%
Total Not Requested50032%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Body kit0Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested185051%
Total Not Requested177549%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested55073%
Total Not Requested20027%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1500100%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested172549%
Total Not Requested177551%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Proximity key250Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Power decklid350No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested145057%
Total Not Requested107543%

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