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Mercedes-Benz CL-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 CL-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,040 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||||
| Difference: $65,640 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,739 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||||
| Difference: $61,135 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | CL-Class | CL-Class | CL-Class | CL-Class | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CL550 | CL63 AMG | CL600 | CL65 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $107,900 | $142,700 | $151,900 | $203,700 | $35,600 | $38,600 |
| Base Invoice | $100,347 | $132,711 | $141,267 | $189,441 | $33,108 | $35,898 |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,880 | 2,880 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | ||
| iPod integration | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | 5,900 | ||||
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||||
| Sport Package | 800 | 800 | ||||
| Metal pedals | 195 | 195 | ||||
| Cargo net | 150 | 150 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,678 | 2,678 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 279 | 279 | 279 | 279 | ||
| iPod integration | 395 | 395 | 395 | 395 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,371 | 2,371 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | 5,488 | ||||
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | 1,302 | ||||
| Sport Package | 744 | 744 | ||||
| Metal pedals | 181 | 181 | ||||
| Cargo net | 139 | 139 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 511 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,605 | 3,605 | 725 | 725 | 11,545 | 11,545 |
| Options (change) | 3,352 | 3,352 | 674 | 674 | 10,736 | 10,736 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $113,680 | $149,780 | $156,500 | $208,300 | $48,040 | $51,040 |
| Total Invoice | $105,874 | $139,538 | $145,816 | $193,990 | $44,739 | $47,529 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $61,900 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $57,652 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | CL-Class | CL-Class | CL-Class | CL-Class | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CL550 | CL63 AMG | CL600 | CL65 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 604hp V12 | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T5 | T5 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 625, 13 | 625, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $113,680 | $149,780 | $156,500 | $208,300 | $48,040 | $51,040 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,740 | -6,140 | -7,840 | -8,865 | 0 | -1,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $109,940 | $143,640 | $148,660 | $199,435 | $48,040 | $49,490 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $33,700 | $38,720 | $89,495 | $0 | $1,450 |
| Total Invoice | $105,874 | $139,538 | $145,816 | $193,990 | $44,739 | $47,529 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,483 | -5,720 | -7,305 | -8,256 | 0 | -1,443 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $102,391 | $133,818 | $138,511 | $185,734 | $44,739 | $46,086 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $31,427 | $36,120 | $83,343 | $0 | $1,347 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | CL-Class | CL-Class | CL-Class | CL-Class | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CL550 | CL63 AMG | CL600 | CL65 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Night vision | $1750 | $1750 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | $225 | |||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $13,615 | $16,015 | $17,715 | $18,740 | $9,875 | $11,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,740 | $6,140 | $7,840 | $8,865 | $0 | $1,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,483 | -5,720 | -7,305 | -8,256 | 0 | -1,443 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | CL-Class | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,651 lb. | 3,397 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 62.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 45.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 31.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.9 | 9.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 590 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 46% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 35% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 590 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 46% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 35% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 27% |
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