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Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $50,195 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $10,990 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,745 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $10,222 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLA | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLA45 AMG | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $47,450 | $41,100 |
| Base Invoice | $44,129 | $38,224 |
| Interior Package | 1,500 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,300 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,370 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 550 |
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | |
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 350 |
| Special order charge | 250 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | |
| Interior Package | 1,395 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,139 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,204 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,325 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 511 |
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | |
| Rear spoiler | 279 | |
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 325 |
| Special order charge | 233 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | |
| Options (change) | 12,810 | 8,200 |
| Options (change) | 11,913 | 7,626 |
| Destination | 925 | 895 |
| Total Price | $61,185 | $50,195 |
| Total Invoice | $56,967 | $46,745 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,425 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,696 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLA | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLA45 AMG | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 355hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | S7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/30 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $61,185 | $50,195 |
| Adjustments for Features | -565 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $60,620 | $50,195 |
| Total Invoice | $56,967 | $46,745 |
| Adjustments for Features | -526 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $56,441 | $46,745 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLA | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLA45 AMG | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,630 | $6,065 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $565 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -526 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLA | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,494 lb. | 3,462 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.6 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 27.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 315 | 24% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 26% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 1% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| 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 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2300 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 34% |
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