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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: $35,140 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||||
| Difference: $13,915 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,734 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||||
| Difference: $12,953 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $38,950 | $45,490 | $50,800 | $65,250 | $73,250 | $25,930 | $34,915 |
| Base Invoice | $36,224 | $42,306 | $47,244 | $60,683 | $68,123 | $24,115 | $32,471 |
| Garmin Map Pilot | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | ||
| Interior Package | 2,880 | 2,880 | 2,150 | ||||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,220 | 2,220 | 1,520 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 550 | 550 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 450 | 450 |
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | 380 | 380 | 380 | 380 | 150 | 150 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | |||||
| S Line Package | 2,500 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 350 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | |||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | |||||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 558 | 558 | 558 | 558 | 558 | ||
| Interior Package | 2,678 | 2,678 | 2,000 | ||||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,065 | 2,065 | 1,414 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 512 | 512 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 418 | 418 |
| Sunshades, second row | 354 | 354 | 354 | 353 | 353 | 139 | 139 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,023 | 1,023 |
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | |||||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 325 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | |||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 405 | 405 | |||||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 9,180 | 9,180 | 6,850 | 5,770 | 3,180 | 8,435 | 5,585 |
| Options (change) | 8,538 | 8,538 | 6,371 | 5,365 | 2,956 | 7,844 | 5,193 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $49,055 | $51,552 | $58,575 | $71,945 | $77,355 | $35,140 | $41,275 |
| Total Invoice | $45,687 | $47,726 | $54,540 | $66,973 | $72,004 | $32,734 | $38,439 |
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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: $7,615 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,086 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 140, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $49,055 | $51,552 | $58,575 | $71,945 | $77,355 | $35,140 | $41,275 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,300 | -7,825 | -8,775 | -7,450 | -8,800 | 0 | -2,850 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,755 | $43,727 | $49,800 | $64,495 | $68,555 | $35,140 | $38,425 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $972 | $7,045 | $21,740 | $25,800 | $0 | $3,285 |
| Total Invoice | $45,687 | $47,726 | $54,540 | $66,973 | $72,004 | $32,734 | $38,439 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,867 | -7,244 | -8,171 | -6,935 | -8,191 | 0 | -2,654 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,820 | $40,482 | $46,369 | $60,038 | $63,813 | $32,734 | $35,785 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $662 | $6,549 | $20,218 | $23,993 | $0 | $3,051 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 6 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $8,590 | $10,115 | $11,065 | $9,740 | $11,090 | $2,290 | $5,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,300 | $7,825 | $8,775 | $7,450 | $8,800 | $0 | $2,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,867 | -7,244 | -8,171 | -6,935 | -8,191 | 0 | -2,654 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 |
| Model | C-Class | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 89% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 89% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2405 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 9% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 125% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -25% |
| 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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