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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: $52,570 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $24,685 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,956 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $22,958 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Trim | S3 | AMG E43 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $42,500 | $72,400 |
| Base Invoice | $39,527 | $67,332 |
| Prestige Package | 6,150 | |
| Black Optic Performance Package | 2,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 720 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 420 |
| Cargo organizer | 70 | 300 |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 650 | |
| 245/35ZR20 | 750 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,718 | |
| Black Optic Performance Package | 1,860 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 670 |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 391 |
| Cargo organizer | 65 | 279 |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 605 | |
| 245/35ZR20 | 698 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Options (change) | 9,145 | 3,930 |
| Options (change) | 8,504 | 3,657 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $52,570 | $77,255 |
| Total Invoice | $48,956 | $71,914 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,030 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,556 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Trim | S3 | AMG E43 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp I4 | 396hp V6 |
| Transmission | S6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/31 MPG | 19/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 245/35-20 |
| Total Price | $52,570 | $77,255 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,655 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,570 | $73,600 |
| Total Invoice | $48,956 | $71,914 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,402 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,956 | $68,512 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Trim | S3 | AMG E43 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Vehicle-to-X (V2X) communication | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,375 | $12,030 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,402 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | E-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 115.7 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,462 lb. | 3,792 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2050 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 2200 | 52% |
| Black Optic Performance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class AMG E43
| 245/35ZR20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/35ZR20 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/30ZR20 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
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