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Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,470 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $31,325 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,835 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $29,141 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | GL63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,920 | $35,875 | $63,000 | $64,550 | $88,600 | $118,160 |
| Base Invoice | $25,035 | $33,364 | $58,590 | $60,032 | $82,398 | $109,889 |
| Convenience Package | 1,800 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||||
| S Line Package | 2,000 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||||
| Sport Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,150 | 1,150 | 800 | 800 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | ||||
| Special order charge | 250 | 250 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,675 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||||
| S Line Package | 1,860 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | ||||
| Sport Package | 1,303 | 1,303 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 441 | 441 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,069 | 1,069 | 744 | 744 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | ||||
| Special order charge | 233 | 233 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||
| Options (change) | 10,725 | 6,925 | 5,870 | 5,870 | 1,090 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 9,975 | 6,440 | 5,461 | 5,461 | 1,014 | 0 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $43,625 | $69,795 | $71,345 | $90,615 | $119,085 |
| Total Invoice | $35,835 | $40,629 | $64,976 | $66,418 | $84,337 | $110,814 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,535 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,958 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | GL63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 240hp V6 D | 362hp V8 | 429hp V8 | 550hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 195, 10 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 275/55-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $43,625 | $69,795 | $71,345 | $90,615 | $119,085 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,650 | -8,790 | -8,790 | -15,445 | -19,570 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,470 | $40,975 | $61,005 | $62,555 | $75,170 | $99,515 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,505 | $0 | $1,550 | $14,165 | $38,510 |
| Total Invoice | $35,835 | $40,629 | $64,976 | $66,418 | $84,337 | $110,814 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,468 | -8,183 | -8,183 | -14,375 | -18,211 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,835 | $38,161 | $56,793 | $58,235 | $69,962 | $92,603 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,326 | $0 | $1,442 | $13,169 | $35,810 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | GL63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $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 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,915 | $5,565 | $11,705 | $11,705 | $18,360 | $22,485 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,650 | $8,790 | $8,790 | $15,445 | $19,570 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,468 | -8,183 | -8,183 | -14,375 | -18,211 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | GL |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 121.0 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 201.6 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 76.4 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 5,402 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 49.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 29% |
| 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% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| 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 |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1005 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 20% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Glass roof panel(s) | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 50% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Glass roof panel(s) | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 50% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL550
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Glass roof panel(s) | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 50% |
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