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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: $35,490 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $30,645 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,059 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $28,509 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | E350 | E63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $25,930 | $34,915 | $57,150 | $91,500 |
| Base Invoice | $24,115 | $32,471 | $53,150 | $85,095 |
| S Line Package | 2,500 | |||
| Convenience Package | 350 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 150 | 150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | 1,090 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 420 | 420 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 720 | |
| Sport Package | 760 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,500 | 2,120 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,000 | |||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | |||
| Convenience Package | 325 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 139 | 139 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | 1,014 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | 391 | 391 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 405 | 405 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 418 | 418 | 669 | |
| Sport Package | 707 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,255 | 1,972 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 1,860 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,785 | 5,935 | 8,110 | 4,540 |
| Options (change) | 8,169 | 5,518 | 7,543 | 4,223 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $35,490 | $41,625 | $66,135 | $96,915 |
| Total Invoice | $33,059 | $38,764 | $61,568 | $90,193 |
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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: $22,915 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,313 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | E350 | E63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 302hp V6 | 518hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 10 | 195, 10 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $35,490 | $41,625 | $66,135 | $96,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,850 | -7,730 | -9,105 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,490 | $38,775 | $58,405 | $87,810 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,285 | $0 | $29,405 |
| Total Invoice | $33,059 | $38,764 | $61,568 | $90,193 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,654 | -7,196 | -8,473 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,059 | $36,110 | $54,372 | $81,720 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,051 | $0 | $27,348 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | E350 | E63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $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 | ||||
| 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 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| 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 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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,790 | $4,640 | $9,520 | $10,895 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,850 | $7,730 | $9,105 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,654 | -7,196 | -8,473 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| 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 | 57.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | 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 |
| 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 |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2405 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 9% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1225 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 790 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 200 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 740 | 51% |
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