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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $61,170 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $10,330 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $56,958 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $9,745 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | C63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $58,200 | $54,500 |
| Base Invoice | $54,126 | $50,686 |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 575 |
| Proximity key | 1,140 | |
| Rearview camera | 460 | |
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 350 |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,590 | 600 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |
| Technology Package | 3,900 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,115 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 536 |
| Proximity key | 1,060 | |
| Rearview camera | 428 | |
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 326 |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,409 | 558 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |
| Technology Package | 3,628 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | |
| Options (change) | 10,325 | 5,720 |
| Options (change) | 9,602 | 5,322 |
| Destination | 875 | 950 |
| Gas Tax | 2,100 | 0 |
| Total Price | $71,500 | $61,170 |
| Total Invoice | $66,703 | $56,958 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,315 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,318 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | C63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 451hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $71,500 | $61,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,985 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $71,500 | $55,185 |
| Total Invoice | $66,703 | $56,958 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,573 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $66,703 | $51,385 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | C63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,890 | $10,875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,985 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,573 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| 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 | 3,662 lb. | 3,593 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 C63 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1115 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1165 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 56% |
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