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Audi A6 / S6 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A6 / S6 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $58,415

Audi A6 / S6 A6 3.2   
Difference: $8,015

Lowest Total Invoice: $54,337

Audi A6 / S6 A6 3.2   
Difference: $7,505

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008201220122012
ModelA6 / S6A6 / S6A6 / S6E-ClassE-ClassE-Class
TrimA6 3.2A6 4.2S6E350E550E63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $42,950 $56,300 $72,350 $50,490 $59,790 $88,900
Base Invoice $39,943 $52,361 $67,285 $46,956 $55,605 $82,677
Technology Package 4,100 3,450 3,350      
Premium Package 3,550          
S Line Package 2,000 1,000        
Sport suspension (upgrade) 500 500        
Sunshade, rear, power 400 400        
Cold Weather Package 600 600        
Rear side airbags 350 350 350 420 420 420
Lane departure warning 900 900 900      
iPod integration 290 290 290      
Adaptive cruise control 2,000 2,000 2,000      
Warm Weather Package     1,190      
Heated second row seats     225 625 625  
Sport Package       0    
Rear Seat Package       440 440  
Premium 2 Package       2,450 2,450 2,450
Premium 1 Package       4,000 4,450 2,550
Leather seating surfaces       1,620    
Driver Assistance Package       2,950 2,950 2,950
Metallic paint (extra cost)       720 720  
Sunshades, second row       380 380 380
Heated steering wheel       490 490  
Obstacle detection, rear       970 970 970
Technology Package 3,813 3,208 3,115      
Premium Package 3,302          
S Line Package 1,860 930        
Sport suspension (upgrade) 466 466        
Sunshade, rear, power 373 373        
Cold Weather Package 557 557        
Rear side airbags 325 325 325 391 391 391
Lane departure warning 838 838 838      
iPod integration 225 225 225      
Adaptive cruise control 1,860 1,860 1,860      
Warm Weather Package     1,106      
Heated second row seats     209 581 581  
Sport Package       0    
Rear Seat Package       409 409  
Premium 2 Package       2,279 2,279 2,279
Premium 1 Package       3,720 4,139 2,372
Leather seating surfaces       1,507    
Driver Assistance Package       2,744 2,744 2,744
Metallic paint (extra cost)       669 669  
Sunshades, second row       353 353 353
Heated steering wheel       456 456  
Obstacle detection, rear       902 902 902
Options (change) 14,690 9,490 8,305 15,065 13,895 9,720
Options (change) 13,619 8,782 7,678 14,011 12,923 9,041
Destination 775 775 775 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0 0 0
Total Price $58,415 $66,565 $82,730 $66,430 $74,560 $99,495
Total Invoice $54,337 $61,918 $77,038 $61,842 $69,403 $92,593

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A6 / S6 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A6 / S6 A6 3.2
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,090
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,782
Model Year200820082008201220122012
ModelA6 / S6A6 / S6A6 / S6E-ClassE-ClassE-Class
TrimA6 3.2A6 4.2S6E350E550E63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine255hp V6350hp V8435hp V10302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionCVT-7T6T6T7T7T7
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDRWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)330, 13330, 13330, 13610, 14610, 14610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18265/35-19245/40-18245/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$58,415$66,565$82,730$66,430$74,560$99,495
Adjustments for Features0-1,700-2,175-2,925-4,925-4,900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$58,415$64,865$80,555$63,505$69,635$94,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,450$22,140$0$6,130$31,090
Total Invoice$54,337$61,918$77,038$61,842$69,403$92,593
Adjustments for Features0-1,581-2,025-2,723-4,584-4,560
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$54,337$60,337$75,013$59,119$64,819$88,033
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,000$20,676$0$5,700$28,914

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Features Comparison: Audi A6 / S6 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Model Year200820082008201220122012
ModelA6 / S6A6 / S6A6 / S6E-ClassE-ClassE-Class
TrimA6 3.2A6 4.2S6E350E550E63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100     
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200$1200
FWD$0     
AWD $1700$1700 $1700 
RWD   $0 $0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600$600$600   
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   $850$850$850
Heated steering wheel$100$100 $100$100 
Parking guidance system - passive   $250$250$250
Power trunk closer   $350$350$350
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200$200$200
Blind spot collision prevention   $150$150$150
Blind spot warning system   $200$200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150$150
Forward collision warning   $200$200$200
Full-size spare tire$225$225$225   
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention   $150$150$150
Obstacle detection, front   $150$150$150
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0$0$0
Rollover sensor   $50$50$50
Temporary spare tire   $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40$40   
Cargo net$40$40$40   
Console with shifter$150$150$150  $150
Console without shifter   $150$150 
Ski sack$50$50$50   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop     $150
Exterior 
Body kit   $0$0$0
Bodyside cladding  $350   
Bodyside moldings$75$75 $75$75 
Rear spoiler     $200
Solar panel  $300   
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50$50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25$25
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325$325
CD changer, remote$200$200$200   
DVD-compatible player   $0$0$0
HD radio   $50$50$50
Media drive   $15$15$15
SD Card slot   $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar   $200$200$200
Traffic information   $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock   $25$25 
Auto-dimming headlights   $200$200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75   
Chronometer     $100
Fog lights$125$125$125   
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver     $300
Cooled or ventilated front seats    $300$300
Heated second row seats$200$200$200$200$200 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50   
Massage, driver seat     $100
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150$150
Metal pedals     $75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50$50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat     $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats   $50$50$50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical     $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical   $100$100 
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350 $350
Electronic systems calibration selector     $200
Performance steering system (optional)     $0
Polished alloy wheels    $350 
Rear air springs, auto-leveling     $350
Transmission 
Launch control     $100
Total Value of Features$3,430$5,130$5,605$6,355$8,355$8,330
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700$2,175$2,925$4,925$4,900
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,581-2,025-2,723-4,584-4,560

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A6 / S6 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Model Year20082012
ModelA6 / S6E-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.9 in113.1 in
Length193.5 in191.7 in
Width73.1 in73.0 in
Height57.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight4,013 lb.3,826 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A6 / S6 A6 3.2

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested1750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 330W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Storage compartment under front seat(s)50Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested232583%
Total Not Requested47517%
S Line Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Special interior trim0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested40089%
Total Not Requested5011%

Option Package Details
Audi A6 / S6 A6 4.2

S Line Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Special interior trim0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested40089%
Total Not Requested5011%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A6 / S6 S6

Warm Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Solar panel300No
Total Requested35054%
Total Not Requested30046%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0No
245/40ZR18 tires200No
Total Requested25056%
Total Not Requested20044%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
HD radio50No
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested187581%
Total Not Requested44019%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
HD radio50No
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested187572%
Total Not Requested74028%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver200No
Massage, driver seat100No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested64042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%

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