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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: $39,145 Audi A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| Difference: $24,420 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,472 Audi A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| Difference: $22,711 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,250 | $47,790 |
| Base Invoice | $28,134 | $44,445 |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 720 |
| Aluminum roof rails | 500 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 420 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,090 |
| iPod integration | -200 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,920 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 310 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | 160 | |
| Special order charge | 250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,500 | |
| AWD | 2,500 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | |
| Navigation system | 1,860 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 670 |
| Aluminum roof rails | 466 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 391 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,014 |
| iPod integration | -186 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,646 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 288 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | 149 | |
| Special order charge | 233 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,395 | |
| AWD | 2,325 | |
| Options (change) | 8,000 | 14,850 |
| Options (change) | 7,443 | 13,813 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 |
| Total Price | $39,145 | $63,565 |
| Total Invoice | $36,472 | $59,183 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,550 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,315 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 140hp I4 D | 240hp V6 D |
| Transmission | S6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 30/42 MPG | 20/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 255/50-19 |
| Total Price | $39,145 | $63,565 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,870 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,145 | $56,695 |
| Total Invoice | $36,472 | $59,183 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,396 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,472 | $52,787 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | A3 | M-Class |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,190 | $9,060 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,870 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,396 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| 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 | 3,362 lb. | 5,038 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 2.0 TDI
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | 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 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| 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% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 49% |
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