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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $61,400 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $36,124 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $57,173 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $33,697 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | CLS55 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $86,600 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $80,538 | $51,058 |
| Lighting Package | 1,220 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,100 | |
| Satellite radio | 699 | |
| Proximity key | 1,080 | |
| Navigation system | 1,240 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 3,110 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,400 | |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,135 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,023 | |
| Satellite radio | 650 | |
| Proximity key | 1,004 | |
| Navigation system | 1,153 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,892 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,302 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Rear side airbags | 326 | |
| Options (change) | 8,449 | 5,525 |
| Options (change) | 7,857 | 5,140 |
| Destination | 775 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 0 |
| Total Price | $97,524 | $61,400 |
| Total Invoice | $90,870 | $57,173 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $39,249 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,607 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | CLS55 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 469hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T5 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 480, 13 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $97,524 | $61,400 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,125 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $97,524 | $58,275 |
| Total Invoice | $90,870 | $57,173 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,910 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $90,870 | $54,263 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | CLS55 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,890 | $12,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,125 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,910 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 193.0 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,069 lb. | 3,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.8 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS55 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 100% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 1315 | 56% |
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