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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $51,345

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $12,710

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,817

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $11,819

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152016
ModelA3 / S3GLA
TrimS3AMG GLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $41,100 $49,580
Base Invoice $38,224 $46,109
Advanced Technology Package 1,400  
Prestige Package 5,900  
235/35YR19 1,500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 720
Sport exhaust   650
Driver Assistance Package   2,500
Multimedia Package   2,480
Premium Package   2,400
Parktronic Package   970
Panoramic sunroof   1,480
Adaptive dampers - electrical   850
Leather seating surfaces   1,500
Advanced Technology Package 1,302  
Prestige Package 5,488  
235/35YR19 1,397  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511 670
Sport exhaust   605
Driver Assistance Package   2,325
Multimedia Package   2,306
Premium Package   2,232
Parktronic Package   902
Panoramic sunroof   1,376
Adaptive dampers - electrical   791
Leather seating surfaces   1,395
Options (change) 9,350 13,550
Options (change) 8,698 12,602
Destination 895 925
Total Price $51,345 $64,055
Total Invoice $47,817 $59,636

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,585
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,910
Model Year20152016
ModelA3 / S3GLA
TrimS3AMG GLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine292hp I4375hp I4
TransmissionS6S7
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19235/45-19
Total Price$51,345$64,055
Adjustments for Features0-3,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,345$60,930
Total Invoice$47,817$59,636
Adjustments for Features0-2,909
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,817$56,727

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20152016
ModelA3 / S3GLA
TrimS3AMG GLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
7-speed automated manual $1200
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power liftgate $350
Remote app $25
Semi-automated parking system $500
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Hill descent control $250
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Secondary collision brake assist$25 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Tires, run-flat $150
Wide-view rear camera $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Black grille (optional)$0 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Front splitter spoiler $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof, large$1100 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition$200 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive $15
Navigation map updates, three years $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75 
Chronometer $100
Compass$0 
Cornering lights$50 
LED headlights$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
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
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces $450
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$5,965$9,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,125
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,909

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20152016
ModelA3 / S3GLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.8 in106.3 in
Length175.4 in173.9 in
Width70.7 in71.0 in
Height55.7 in60.0 in
Curb Weight3,176 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.3 ft317.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.343.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested130087%
Total Not Requested20013%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested235067%
Total Not Requested115033%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA45

Sport exhaust
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport exhaust0No
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Wide-view rear camera0No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested115091%
Total Not Requested1159%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested112571%
Total Not Requested45029%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%

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