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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: $35,340 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $8,215 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,920 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $7,648 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $33,600 | $39,750 | $25,930 | $34,915 |
| Base Invoice | $31,248 | $36,968 | $24,115 | $32,471 |
| Premium 2 Package | 3,700 | 1,400 | ||
| Universal Media Interface | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 450 | 450 |
| Rear side airbags | 410 | 410 | 350 | 350 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,070 | 1,070 | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,590 | 1,590 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | |||
| S Line Package | 2,500 | |||
| Convenience Package | 350 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 3,441 | 1,302 | ||
| Universal Media Interface | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 418 | 418 |
| Rear side airbags | 381 | 381 | 325 | 325 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 995 | 995 | 1,023 | 1,023 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,479 | 1,479 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 279 | |||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | |||
| Convenience Package | 325 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 405 | 405 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,080 | 6,480 | 8,635 | 5,785 |
| Options (change) | 8,445 | 6,027 | 8,030 | 5,379 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $43,555 | $47,105 | $35,340 | $41,475 |
| Total Invoice | $40,568 | $43,870 | $32,920 | $38,625 |
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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: $6,365 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,925 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 140, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $43,555 | $47,105 | $35,340 | $41,475 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,850 | -3,100 | 0 | -2,850 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,705 | $44,005 | $35,340 | $38,625 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,300 | $0 | $3,285 |
| Total Invoice | $40,568 | $43,870 | $32,920 | $38,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,723 | -2,887 | 0 | -2,654 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,845 | $40,983 | $32,920 | $35,971 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,138 | $0 | $3,051 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,990 | $4,240 | $1,140 | $3,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,850 | $3,100 | $0 | $2,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,723 | -2,887 | 0 | -2,654 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| 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 2 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 |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 35% |
| Universal Media Interface | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Premium 2 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% |
| Universal Media Interface | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 27% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2430 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 25 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 120% |
| Total Not Requested | -100 | -20% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
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