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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 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 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,995 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan | |||
| Difference: $455 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,696 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan | |||
| Difference: $432 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,600 | $39,750 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $31,248 | $36,968 | $39,527 |
| Premium 2 Package | 3,700 | 1,400 | |
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,500 | 1,500 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,650 | 2,650 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 575 |
| Rearview camera | 450 | 450 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,590 | 1,590 | |
| Proximity key | 1,130 | 1,130 | |
| Rear side airbags | 410 | 410 | 350 |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,070 | 1,070 | |
| Technology Package | 2,600 | ||
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 3,441 | 1,302 | |
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,395 | 1,395 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,464 | 2,464 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 536 |
| Rearview camera | 418 | 418 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,479 | 1,479 | |
| Proximity key | 1,051 | 1,051 | |
| Rear side airbags | 381 | 381 | 325 |
| Rear spoiler | 279 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 995 | 995 | |
| Technology Package | 2,418 | ||
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | ||
| Options (change) | 13,520 | 10,920 | 5,025 |
| Options (change) | 12,573 | 10,155 | 4,676 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 925 |
| Total Price | $47,995 | $51,545 | $48,450 |
| Total Invoice | $44,696 | $47,998 | $45,128 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,815 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,614 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $47,995 | $51,545 | $48,450 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,250 | -3,270 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,995 | $50,295 | $45,180 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,300 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $44,696 | $47,998 | $45,128 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,164 | -3,046 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,696 | $46,834 | $42,082 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,138 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,405 | $4,655 | $6,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,250 | $3,270 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,164 | -3,046 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,528 lb. | 3,176 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 54.8 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 | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 12.3 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 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 35% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 400 | Yes |
| 225/40ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| 255/35ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 825 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 400 | Yes |
| 225/40ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| 255/35ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 825 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 23% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| 235/35YR19 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
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