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Audi A3 / S3 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 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,932 Audi A3 / S3 A3 e-tron | ||||
| Difference: $13,753 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,125 Audi A3 / S3 A3 e-tron | ||||
| Difference: $13,073 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | A3 e-tron | ML350 / ML320 | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,900 | $44,000 | $52,750 | $87,000 |
| Base Invoice | $35,248 | $40,920 | $49,058 | $80,910 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 710 | 710 | |
| Roof rails | 500 | |||
| Cargo mat | 155 | 160 | 160 | 160 |
| iPod integration | 350 | 375 | 375 | 375 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 710 | ||
| Metal pedals | 195 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,975 | 1,975 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 770 | 770 | 770 | |
| Proximity key | 1,110 | 1,110 | 1,110 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 660 | 660 | |
| Roof rails | 467 | |||
| Cargo mat | 144 | 149 | 149 | 149 |
| iPod integration | 325 | 349 | 349 | 349 |
| Heated front seats | 467 | 660 | ||
| Metal pedals | 181 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,837 | 1,837 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 716 | 716 | 716 | |
| Proximity key | 1,032 | 1,032 | 1,032 | |
| Options (change) | 2,275 | 5,810 | 5,100 | 2,415 |
| Options (change) | 2,120 | 5,403 | 4,743 | 2,246 |
| Destination | 925 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | -4,168 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $36,932 | $50,685 | $58,725 | $90,290 |
| Total Invoice | $34,125 | $47,198 | $54,676 | $84,031 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 e-tron | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,648 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,044 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | A3 e-tron | ML350 / ML320 | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 150hp I4 PiH | 268hp V6 | 382hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | S6 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 235/65-17 | 255/55-18 | 295/40-20 |
| Total Price | $36,932 | $50,685 | $58,725 | $90,290 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,105 | -1,555 | -8,095 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,932 | $49,580 | $57,170 | $82,195 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,590 | $32,615 |
| Total Invoice | $34,125 | $47,198 | $54,676 | $84,031 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,029 | -1,448 | -7,534 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,125 | $46,169 | $53,228 | $76,497 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,059 | $30,328 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | A3 e-tron | ML350 / ML320 | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | $50 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $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 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | |||
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| 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 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,675 | $6,780 | $7,230 | $13,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,105 | $1,555 | $8,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,029 | -1,448 | -7,534 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 169.8 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 71.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,617 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.9 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.5 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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