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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $51,845

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $109,380

Lowest Total Invoice: $48,281

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $101,723

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152017
ModelA3 / S3Maybach S-Class
TrimS3S550
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price $41,100 $159,800
Base Invoice $38,224 $148,614
Advanced Technology Package 1,400  
Prestige Package 5,900  
235/35YR19 1,500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Cargo net 150  
Rear side airbags 350  
Rear spoiler   500
Advanced Technology Package 1,302  
Prestige Package 5,488  
235/35YR19 1,397  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511  
Cargo net 139  
Rear side airbags 325  
Rear spoiler   465
Options (change) 9,850 500
Options (change) 9,162 465
Destination 895 925
Total Price $51,845 $161,225
Total Invoice $48,281 $150,004

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $86,940
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $80,845
Model Year20152017
ModelA3 / S3Maybach S-Class
TrimS3S550
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine292hp I4449hp V8
TransmissionS6T9
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/31 MPG16/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19255/40-20
Total Price$51,845$161,225
Adjustments for Features0-22,440
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,845$138,785
Total Invoice$48,281$150,004
Adjustments for Features0-20,878
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$48,281$129,126

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class

Model Year20152017
ModelA3 / S3Maybach S-Class
TrimS3S550
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Power door closers $300
Power trunk closer $350
Remote app $25
Remote climate control $25
Remote start via app $75
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system $500
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Animal detection, night $50
Around view cameras $500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic seat belt presenters, second row $50
Blind spot collision prevention $150
Collision preparation system, rear $100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system $0
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Inflatable rear seat belts $200
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200 
Lane keeping assist $400
Night vision $1750
Pedestrian detection $50
Pedestrian detection, night $50
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Secondary collision brake assist$25 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Electrically heated windshield $250
Fragrance atomizer $200
Heated washer fluid system $50
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Ionizing air filtration $50
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear dual-zone climate control $125
Residual heat $50
Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade $100
Wiper de-icer $25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable$500 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional)$0 
Body kit$0 
Laminated front side windows $200
Laminated rear side windows $100
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
App support $0
CD changer, in-dash $325
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens $1200
iPod integration$100 
Media drive $15
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Near-field communications (NFC) $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Boost gauge$75 
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat $100
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver $300
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger $300
Automatic seat bolsters, second row $450
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Cooled or ventilated second row seats $200
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front row armrests $100
Heated second row armrests $100
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather door panel trim $250
Leather headliner $1000
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Massage, second row seats $150
Memory system, driver seat $200
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Memory system, second row seats $150
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats $225
Power footrests, second row $500
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats $75
Power legrests, second row $1000
Power recliner, second row seats $150
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats $150
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats $150
Rapid-heating front seats $0
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1000
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable $5500
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Camera-linked adaptive suspension $500
Crosswind stabilization $50
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Total Value of Features$7,615$30,055
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$22,440
Value of Feature Adjustments0-20,878

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class

Model Year20152017
ModelA3 / S3Maybach S-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase103.8 in132.6 in
Length175.4 in214.5 in
Width70.7 in74.8 in
Height55.7 in58.8 in
Curb Weight3,462 lb.5,017 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in42.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in59.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in58.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in49.3 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft312.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Black grille (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Total Requested315090%
Total Not Requested35010%

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