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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,025

Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI   
Difference: $11,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $39,151

Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI   
Difference: $10,307

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016201620162017
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassQ3
TrimC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S2.0 TFSI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $38,950 $45,490 $50,800 $65,250 $73,250 $31,800
Base Invoice $36,224 $42,306 $47,244 $60,683 $68,123 $29,574
Blind spot warning system 550 550        
Interior Package 2,880 2,880 2,150      
Premium 2 Package 2,220 2,220 1,520      
Parktronic Package 970 970 970 970 970  
Multimedia Package 2,690 2,690 2,690 2,690 2,690  
Lighting Package 800 800 800      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720 575
Rear spoiler 350 350        
Panoramic sunroof 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480  
Wood trim 325 325 325 325 0 350
Power trunk closer 250 250 250 250 250  
Black exterior trim (optional)     200 750 750  
AMG Leather Package       2,590    
Wheels, dark finish       2,450 1,750  
Prestige Package           4,700
Premium Plus Package           2,700
Sport Plus Package           950
Blind spot warning system 512 512        
Interior Package 2,678 2,678 2,000      
Premium 2 Package 2,065 2,065 1,414      
Parktronic Package 902 902 902 902 902  
Multimedia Package 2,502 2,502 2,502 2,502 2,502  
Lighting Package 744 744 744      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 669 669 669 536
Rear spoiler 326 326        
Panoramic sunroof 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376  
Wood trim 302 302 302 302 0 325
Power trunk closer 233 233 233 233 233  
Black exterior trim (optional)     186 698 698  
AMG Leather Package       2,409    
Wheels, dark finish       2,279 1,628  
Prestige Package           4,370
Premium Plus Package           2,512
Sport Plus Package           884
Options (change) 13,235 13,235 11,105 12,225 8,610 9,275
Options (change) 12,309 12,309 10,328 11,370 8,008 8,627
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 950
Gas Tax 0 -4,043 0 0 0 0
Total Price $53,110 $55,607 $62,830 $78,400 $82,785 $42,025
Total Invoice $49,458 $51,497 $58,497 $72,978 $77,056 $39,151

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,845
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,221
Model Year201620162016201620162017
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassQ3
TrimC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S2.0 TFSI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8200hp I4
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13465, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/35-19245/35-19255/40-19
Total Price$53,110$55,607$62,830$78,400$82,785$42,025
Adjustments for Features-2,240-3,765-4,690-2,715-3,8650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,870$51,842$58,140$75,685$78,920$42,025
Cost Above Minimum$0$972$7,270$24,815$28,050$0
Total Invoice$49,458$51,497$58,497$72,978$77,056$39,151
Adjustments for Features-2,086-3,487-4,367-2,527-3,5980
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,372$48,010$54,130$70,451$73,458$39,151
Cost Above Minimum$0$638$6,758$23,079$26,086$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q3

Model Year201620162016201620162017
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassQ3
TrimC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S2.0 TFSI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100
RWD$0$0 $0$0 
AWD  $1700   
FWD     $0
Accessories 
Eco accelerator $100    
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100$100 
Power liftgate     $350
Power trunk closer$350$350$350$350$350 
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 
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500$500 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     $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 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200$200 
Hill descent control     $250
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Rollover sensor     $50
Temporary spare tire     $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails     $250
Cargo cover     $75
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through     $100
Climate Control 
Rear wiper     $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 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0$0$0$0
Black grille (optional)     $0
Body kit  $0$0$0 
Bodyside cladding     $350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25$25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows     $275
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0$0 
Wheel-lip moldings     $75
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0$0 
Aux input     $50
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200$200 
iPod integration     $100
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225 
USB port$25$25$25$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25   
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200   
Boost gauge   $75$75 
Chronometer   $100$100 
Cornering lights$50$50$50   
Fog lights     $125
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting     $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25    
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000  $1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750$750 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300   
Door sill trim plates     $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat     $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat     $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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length 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 
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 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0 
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0$0 
Wheels, dark finish   $0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100 
Total Value of Features$7,690$9,215$10,140$8,165$9,315$5,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,240$3,765$4,690$2,715$3,865$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,086-3,487-4,367-2,527-3,5980

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q3

Model Year20162017
ModelC-ClassQ3
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.8 in102.5 in
Length184.5 in172.8 in
Width71.3 in72.1 in
Height56.8 in62.6 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.3,495 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in37.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in40.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in53.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.6 ft316.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.648.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested110056%
Total Not Requested85044%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested110056%
Total Not Requested85044%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested110056%
Total Not Requested85044%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
255/40HR19 tires400No
LED headlights-250Yes
Bose, 465W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested129063%
Total Not Requested75037%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Power liftgate350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested82565%
Total Not Requested45035%
Sport Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Black grille (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Wheels, dark finish0Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

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