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Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) 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 E-Class (2-door) Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,845 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $19,690 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,539 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $18,310 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class (2-door) | E-Class (2-door) |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | E350 | E550 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $27,270 | $30,250 | $49,800 | $56,590 |
| Base Invoice | $25,361 | $28,134 | $46,314 | $52,629 |
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 720 | 720 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 420 | 420 |
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | 669 | 669 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | 391 | 391 |
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,700 | 5,700 | 2,860 | 2,860 |
| Options (change) | 5,303 | 5,303 | 2,660 | 2,660 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $33,845 | $36,825 | $53,535 | $60,325 |
| Total Invoice | $31,539 | $34,312 | $49,849 | $56,164 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door)
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,640 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,470 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class (2-door) | E-Class (2-door) |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | E350 | E550 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D | 302hp V6 | 402hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 195, 10 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $33,845 | $36,825 | $53,535 | $60,325 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,050 | -3,050 | -3,450 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,845 | $35,775 | $50,485 | $56,875 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,930 | $0 | $6,390 |
| Total Invoice | $31,539 | $34,312 | $49,849 | $56,164 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -978 | -2,840 | -3,212 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,539 | $33,334 | $47,009 | $52,952 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,795 | $0 | $5,943 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door)
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class (2-door) | E-Class (2-door) |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI | E350 | E550 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,940 | $2,990 | $4,990 | $5,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,050 | $3,050 | $3,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -978 | -2,840 | -3,212 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door)
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | E-Class (2-door) |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 185.0 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 3,620 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 35.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 48.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 33.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | 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 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 955 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 40% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | 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 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 955 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 40% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) E350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) E550
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
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