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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,495 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $8,580 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,448 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $7,975 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $36,600 | $39,600 | $42,500 | $54,800 | $67,500 |
| Base Invoice | $34,038 | $36,828 | $39,525 | $50,964 | $62,775 |
| Technology Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | |||
| Sport Package | 800 | 800 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 720 | 720 | 720 |
| Metal pedals | 195 | 195 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,590 | 2,590 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | 760 | 760 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | |||
| Sport Package | 744 | 744 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 670 | 670 | 670 |
| Metal pedals | 181 | 181 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,409 | 2,409 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | 707 | 707 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | ||||
| Options (change) | 6,970 | 6,970 | 9,700 | 8,930 | 6,340 |
| Options (change) | 6,485 | 6,485 | 9,023 | 8,307 | 5,898 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $44,495 | $47,495 | $53,075 | $64,605 | $74,715 |
| Total Invoice | $41,448 | $44,238 | $49,423 | $60,146 | $69,548 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,980 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,554 | |||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp V8 |
| Transmission | S6 | S6 | M6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 9 | 140, 9 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $44,495 | $47,495 | $53,075 | $64,605 | $74,715 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,550 | -2,600 | -3,750 | -4,875 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,495 | $45,945 | $50,475 | $60,855 | $69,840 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,450 | $0 | $10,380 | $19,365 |
| Total Invoice | $41,448 | $44,238 | $49,423 | $60,146 | $69,548 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,444 | -2,421 | -3,491 | -4,538 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,448 | $42,794 | $47,002 | $56,655 | $65,010 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,346 | $0 | $9,653 | $18,008 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $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 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,525 | $10,075 | $11,125 | $12,275 | $13,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,550 | $2,600 | $3,750 | $4,875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,444 | -2,421 | -3,491 | -4,538 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | SLK |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 102.2 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,397 lb. | 3,242 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.5 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 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 106% |
| Total Not Requested | -50 | -6% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 22% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 22% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 22% |
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