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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,890 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||||
| Difference: $43,555 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $35,600 | $38,600 | $88,200 | $112,300 | $152,850 | $222,000 |
| Sport Package | 800 | 800 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | ||||
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | 5,900 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Metal pedals | 195 | 195 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | |||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Sport Package | 744 | 744 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,371 | 2,371 | ||||
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | 1,302 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | 5,488 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 511 | ||||
| Metal pedals | 181 | 181 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | |||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 11,395 | 11,395 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 10,597 | 10,597 | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | 0 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $47,890 | $50,890 | $91,445 | $115,545 | $156,095 | $224,295 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL65 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $35,490 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $42,499 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | S6 | S6 | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 625, 13 | 625, 13 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 900, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $47,890 | $50,890 | $91,445 | $115,545 | $156,095 | $224,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,550 | -8,065 | -11,115 | -16,790 | -18,990 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,890 | $49,340 | $83,380 | $104,430 | $139,305 | $205,305 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,450 | $0 | $21,050 | $55,925 | $121,925 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | |||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $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 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active curve tilting | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $8,090 | $9,640 | $16,155 | $19,205 | $24,880 | $27,080 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,550 | $8,065 | $11,115 | $16,790 | $18,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,443 | -272 | -297 | -332 | -194 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2015 | 2018 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | SL |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 102.2 in | 101.7 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 73.9 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,397 lb. | 3,827 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 45.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 690 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 37% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 3025 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 690 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 37% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 3025 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL450
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 21% |
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