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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $46,775

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40   
Difference: $6,360

Lowest Total Invoice: $42,974

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40   
Difference: $6,509

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2019201920192016
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3GLC
TrimA3 40A3 45S3GLC300
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $33,300 $35,600 $44,500 $38,950
Base Invoice $31,304 $33,464 $41,832 $36,224
Prestige Package 9,750 9,750 5,300  
Sport Package 650 650    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler 995 995    
Cargo organizer 75 75 75  
Cargo net 155 155 155  
Rear side airbags 350 350 350 420
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575 575 575 720
S Sport Package     1,100  
Driver Assistance Package       2,800
Multimedia Package       2,330
Interior Package       2,500
Upholstered instrument panel       650
Premium Package       720
Lighting Package       1,390
Panoramic sunroof       1,480
Special order charge       250
Prestige Package 8,138 8,138 4,930  
Sport Package 606 606    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler 926 926    
Cargo organizer 70 70 70  
Cargo net 144 144 144  
Rear side airbags 325 325 325 391
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536 536 536 670
S Sport Package     1,024  
Driver Assistance Package       2,604
Multimedia Package       2,167
Interior Package       2,325
Upholstered instrument panel       605
Premium Package       670
Lighting Package       1,293
Panoramic sunroof       1,376
Special order charge       233
Options (change) 12,550 12,550 7,555 13,260
Options (change) 10,745 10,745 7,029 12,334
Destination 925 995 995 925
Total Price $46,775 $49,145 $53,050 $53,135
Total Invoice $42,974 $45,204 $49,856 $49,483

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,870
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,259
Model Year2019201920192016
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3GLC
TrimA3 40A3 45S3GLC300
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine184hp I4228hp I4288hp I4241hp I4
TransmissionS7S7S7T9
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14705, 14705, 14?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18235/60-18
Total Price$46,775$49,145$53,050$53,135
Adjustments for Features0-1,700-2,850-3,490
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$46,775$47,445$50,200$49,645
Cost Above Minimum$0$670$3,425$0
Total Invoice$42,974$45,204$49,856$49,483
Adjustments for Features0-1,564-2,678-3,250
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$42,974$43,640$47,178$46,233
Cost Above Minimum$0$666$4,204$0

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year2019201920192016
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3A3 / S3 / RS3GLC
TrimA3 40A3 45S3GLC300
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1400
FWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700 
RWD   $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Power liftgate   $350
Remote climate control   $25
Remote start via app   $75
Remote window/roof operation   $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200
Blind spot collision prevention   $150
Collision preparation system, rear   $100
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200$200 
Lane keeping assist   $400
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250$250 
Pedestrian detection   $50
Rollover sensor   $50
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Tires, run-flat   $150
Trailer sway control   $25
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover   $75
Console with shifter$150$150$150 
Console without shifter   $150
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100 
Roof rails   $250
Climate Control 
Rear wiper   $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0 
Carbon fiber rear spoiler$300$300  
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0 
Panoramic sunroof   $1200
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Sunroof, large$1100$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0 
Android Auto support$100$100$100 
App support   $0
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100 
Aux input$50$50$50 
CD player   $125
Navigation map updates, three years   $0
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25
Surround sound$250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge  $75 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250$250 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25
Steering-linked headlights   $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100 
Folding second row seats$300$300$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Memory system, driver seat   $200
Metal pedals  $75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat   $100
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $100
Power-folding second row seats   $700
Upholstered instrument panel   $300
Wood trim   $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical   $100
Crosswind stabilization   $50
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Suggestive steering   $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
Total Value of Features$5,700$7,400$8,550$9,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700$2,850$3,490
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,564-2,678-3,250

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year20192016
ModelA3 / S3 / RS3GLC
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.8 in113.1 in
Length175.4 in183.3 in
Width70.7 in74.4 in
Height55.7 in64.5 in
Curb Weight3,198 lb.3,892 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in56.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in37.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.3 ft320.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.356.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 40

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Surround sound250No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Remote app25Yes
Speed limit information0No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Total Requested474071%
Total Not Requested195029%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Front sport buckets100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested35070%
Total Not Requested15030%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 45

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Surround sound250No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Remote app25Yes
Speed limit information0No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Total Requested474071%
Total Not Requested195029%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Front sport buckets100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested35070%
Total Not Requested15030%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 S3

S Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Surround sound250No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Remote app25Yes
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Total Requested289070%
Total Not Requested125030%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested160084%
Total Not Requested30016%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested740100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Cargo net40Yes
Cargo organizer100Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested124069%
Total Not Requested55031%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Total Requested125089%
Total Not Requested15011%

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