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Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-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 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,820 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $32,055 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,250 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $30,006 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | E350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $24,740 | $33,980 | $56,200 |
| Base Invoice | $22,998 | $31,561 | $52,266 |
| Sport Package | 1,800 | 0 | |
| Convenience Package | 675 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Sound Package | 900 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 720 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 420 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | 1,090 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 650 | 800 | |
| Satellite radio | 350 | 350 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,638 | 0 | |
| Convenience Package | 614 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,787 | 1,775 | |
| Sound Package | 819 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | 637 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | 410 | 669 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 396 | 396 | |
| Rear side airbags | 319 | 319 | 391 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,001 | 1,001 | 1,014 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 592 | 728 | |
| Satellite radio | 319 | 319 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,279 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,255 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,360 | 6,135 | 9,800 |
| Options (change) | 8,532 | 5,585 | 9,115 |
| Destination | 720 | 720 | 875 |
| Total Price | $34,820 | $40,835 | $66,875 |
| Total Invoice | $32,250 | $37,866 | $62,256 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,450 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,995 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | E350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 268hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 195, 10 | 610, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,820 | $40,835 | $66,875 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,300 | -8,605 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,820 | $37,535 | $58,270 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,715 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,250 | $37,866 | $62,256 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,060 | -8,011 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,250 | $34,806 | $54,245 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,556 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | E350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,465 | $4,765 | $10,070 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,300 | $8,605 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,060 | -8,011 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | E-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 192.7 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 4,060 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 36.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 69.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1505 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 27% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cassette player | 50 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 0 | Yes |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 50% |
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