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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: $35,340 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $14,520 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,920 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $13,512 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | ML350 / ML320 | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $25,930 | $34,915 | $44,600 | $55,800 | $90,100 |
| Base Invoice | $24,115 | $32,471 | $41,478 | $51,894 | $83,793 |
| S Line Package | 2,500 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 350 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | |||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 720 | 720 | |
| Lighting Package | 950 | 950 | |||
| Heated front seats | 720 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 325 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | |||
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 405 | 405 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 418 | 418 | 670 | 670 | |
| Lighting Package | 884 | 884 | |||
| Heated front seats | 670 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,855 | 1,855 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,635 | 5,785 | 4,385 | 3,665 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 8,030 | 5,379 | 4,079 | 3,409 | 0 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $35,340 | $41,475 | $49,860 | $60,340 | $90,975 |
| Total Invoice | $32,920 | $38,625 | $46,432 | $56,178 | $84,668 |
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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: $12,090 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,249 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | ML350 / ML320 | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 382hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 10 | 195, 10 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/65-17 | 255/55-18 | 295/40-20 |
| Total Price | $35,340 | $41,475 | $49,860 | $60,340 | $90,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,850 | -2,430 | -4,480 | -10,770 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,340 | $38,625 | $47,430 | $55,860 | $80,205 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,285 | $0 | $8,430 | $32,775 |
| Total Invoice | $32,920 | $38,625 | $46,432 | $56,178 | $84,668 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,654 | -2,263 | -4,171 | -10,023 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,920 | $35,971 | $44,169 | $52,007 | $74,645 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,051 | $0 | $7,838 | $30,476 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | A3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T | 3.2 S line | ML350 / ML320 | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 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 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||||
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | $50 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,365 | $6,215 | $5,795 | $7,845 | $14,135 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,850 | $2,430 | $4,480 | $10,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,654 | -2,263 | -4,171 | -10,023 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | A3 | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | 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 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2330 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 12% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 ML350 / ML320
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
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