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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: $34,220 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $27,455 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,883 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $25,537 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | E350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $26,920 | $35,875 | $56,200 |
| Base Invoice | $25,035 | $33,364 | $52,266 |
| Premium Package | 1,500 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 720 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 420 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | 1,090 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,150 | 1,150 | |
| Sport Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | 0 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,396 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 441 | 441 | 669 |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | 391 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | 1,014 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,069 | 1,069 | |
| Sport Package | 1,303 | 1,303 | 0 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,475 | 4,975 | 4,600 |
| Options (change) | 6,023 | 4,627 | 4,279 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 875 |
| Total Price | $34,220 | $41,675 | $61,675 |
| Total Invoice | $31,883 | $38,816 | $57,420 |
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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: $19,940 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,540 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | 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) | 140, 10 | 195, 10 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,220 | $41,675 | $61,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,725 | -7,515 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,220 | $37,950 | $54,160 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,730 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,883 | $38,816 | $57,420 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,469 | -6,997 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,883 | $35,347 | $50,423 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,464 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | E-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | 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 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| 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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,740 | $5,465 | $9,255 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,725 | $7,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,469 | -6,997 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 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
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 930 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 12% |
| 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% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2
| 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% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 67% |
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% |
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