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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 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.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,270 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $4,540 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,935 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $4,217 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $31,600 | $33,300 | $36,900 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $29,388 | $30,969 | $34,317 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Premium II Package | 2,750 | 2,750 | 1,350 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | 475 | 475 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,550 | 1,550 | 1,550 | ||
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | 50 | 50 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Titanium Sport Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | |||
| Premium II Package | 2,558 | 2,558 | 1,256 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | 660 | 660 | 443 | 443 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,442 | 1,442 | 1,442 | ||
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | 47 | 47 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 930 | 930 | 930 | 1,023 | 1,023 |
| Titanium Sport Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,385 | 6,385 | 4,985 | 6,125 | 6,125 |
| Options (change) | 5,939 | 5,939 | 4,637 | 5,699 | 5,699 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $38,810 | $40,510 | $42,710 | $34,270 | $37,250 |
| Total Invoice | $36,152 | $37,733 | $39,779 | $31,935 | $34,708 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,215 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,983 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 140, 10 | 140, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $38,810 | $40,510 | $42,710 | $34,270 | $37,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,325 | -2,500 | -2,775 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,485 | $38,010 | $39,935 | $34,270 | $36,200 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $525 | $2,450 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $36,152 | $37,733 | $39,779 | $31,935 | $34,708 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,234 | -2,329 | -2,585 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,918 | $35,404 | $37,194 | $31,935 | $33,730 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $486 | $2,276 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,415 | $3,590 | $3,865 | $1,090 | $2,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,325 | $2,500 | $2,775 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,234 | -2,329 | -2,585 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,528 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1255 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 21% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1255 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 21% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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