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Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,645 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $7,900 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,213 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $7,349 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $31,500 | $48,500 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $29,295 | $45,105 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,480 | 2,480 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,650 | 1,650 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 420 | 350 | 350 |
| Special order charge | 250 | 250 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 475 | 475 |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,306 | 2,306 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,535 | 1,535 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 391 | 325 | 325 |
| Special order charge | 233 | 233 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 443 | 443 |
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | ||
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | ||
| Options (change) | 11,120 | 10,270 | 7,500 | 7,500 |
| Options (change) | 10,342 | 9,551 | 6,977 | 6,977 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $43,545 | $59,695 | $35,645 | $38,625 |
| Total Invoice | $40,562 | $55,581 | $33,213 | $35,986 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,825 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,622 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $43,545 | $59,695 | $35,645 | $38,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,075 | -7,700 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,470 | $51,995 | $35,645 | $37,575 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $13,525 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $40,562 | $55,581 | $33,213 | $35,986 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,727 | -7,169 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,835 | $48,412 | $33,213 | $35,008 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $12,577 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $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 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,880 | $10,505 | $2,805 | $3,855 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,075 | $7,700 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,727 | -7,169 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,263 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.6 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 27.1 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 44% |
| Premium 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 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 54% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 44% |
| Premium 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 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 54% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
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% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | 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 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| 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% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | 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 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
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