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Audi A3 / S3 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 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,245 Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| Difference: $22,980 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,210 Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| Difference: $21,372 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Trim | A3 2.0 TDI | E350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,600 | $50,490 |
| Base Invoice | $30,318 | $46,956 |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,550 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 420 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 440 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,371 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 391 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 669 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 409 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,279 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,720 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,116 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Options (change) | 10,750 | 15,860 |
| Options (change) | 9,997 | 14,751 |
| Destination | 895 | 875 |
| Total Price | $44,245 | $67,225 |
| Total Invoice | $41,210 | $62,582 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,275 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,854 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Trim | A3 2.0 TDI | E350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 150hp I4 D | 210hp V6 D |
| Transmission | S6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 31/43 MPG | 21/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 610, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 245/45-17 |
| Total Price | $44,245 | $67,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,245 | $64,520 |
| Total Invoice | $41,210 | $62,582 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,518 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,210 | $60,064 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Trim | A3 2.0 TDI | E350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| 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-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,975 | $7,680 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,518 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 113.1 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 191.7 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,241 lb. | 4,059 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1040 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 32% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2250 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1375 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| 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% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 50% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1725 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 590 | 25% |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 400 lb-ft@1600 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 400 lb-ft@1600 | 1000 | Yes |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 13% |
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