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Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-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 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,820 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $23,925 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,250 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $22,450 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | ML250 BlueTEC | ML350 | ML400 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $24,740 | $33,980 | $49,800 | $48,300 | $62,900 | $98,400 |
| Base Invoice | $22,998 | $31,561 | $46,314 | $44,919 | $58,497 | $91,512 |
| Convenience Package | 675 | |||||
| Sport Package | 1,800 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||||
| Sound Package | 900 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 650 | 800 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | 1,390 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,030 | 4,030 | ||||
| Special order charge | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 614 | |||||
| Sport Package | 1,638 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,787 | 1,775 | ||||
| Sound Package | 819 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | 637 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | 410 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 396 | 396 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 319 | 319 | 391 | 391 | 391 | 391 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,001 | 1,001 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 592 | 728 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 319 | 319 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | 1,293 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,748 | 3,748 | ||||
| Special order charge | 233 | 233 | 233 | 233 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||
| Options (change) | 9,360 | 6,135 | 9,520 | 9,520 | 3,870 | 1,760 |
| Options (change) | 8,532 | 5,585 | 8,856 | 8,856 | 3,601 | 1,638 |
| Destination | 720 | 720 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $34,820 | $40,835 | $60,245 | $58,745 | $67,695 | $101,085 |
| Total Invoice | $32,250 | $37,866 | $56,095 | $54,700 | $63,023 | $94,075 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,095 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,020 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | ML250 BlueTEC | ML350 | ML400 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 200hp I4 D | 302hp V6 | 329hp V6 | 518hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 195, 10 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 255/55-18 | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 |
| Total Price | $34,820 | $40,835 | $60,245 | $58,745 | $67,695 | $101,085 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,300 | -7,330 | -5,630 | -8,880 | -13,955 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,820 | $37,535 | $52,915 | $53,115 | $58,815 | $87,130 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,715 | $0 | $200 | $5,900 | $34,215 |
| Total Invoice | $32,250 | $37,866 | $56,095 | $54,700 | $63,023 | $94,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,060 | -6,825 | -5,242 | -8,267 | -12,987 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,250 | $34,806 | $49,270 | $49,458 | $54,756 | $81,088 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,556 | $0 | $188 | $5,486 | $31,818 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | ML250 BlueTEC | ML350 | ML400 | ML63 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 | ||
| RWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |||||
| 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 warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| 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 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,540 | $4,840 | $8,870 | $7,170 | $10,420 | $15,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,300 | $7,330 | $5,630 | $8,880 | $13,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,060 | -6,825 | -5,242 | -8,267 | -12,987 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2015 |
| Model | A3 | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 114.8 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 189.1 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 70.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 4,752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 24.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 38.9 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 | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 38.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1805 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 12% |
| Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cassette player | 50 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML250 BlueTEC
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1115 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1115 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML400
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
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