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Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,845 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $62,440 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,259 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $58,242 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $92,200 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $85,746 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Premium Package 2 | 3,600 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,110 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | |
| Titanium Sport Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | |
| Premium Package 2 | 3,348 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,032 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | |
| Titanium Sport Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | |
| Options (change) | 4,710 | 9,700 | 9,700 |
| Options (change) | 4,380 | 9,023 | 9,023 |
| Destination | 775 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $100,285 | $37,845 | $40,825 |
| Total Invoice | $93,501 | $35,259 | $38,032 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $55,390 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $51,669 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 507hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 480, 13 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $100,285 | $37,845 | $40,825 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,050 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $93,235 | $37,845 | $39,775 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $93,501 | $35,259 | $38,032 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,573 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $86,928 | $35,259 | $37,054 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger 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, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,915 | $2,865 | $3,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,050 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,573 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 193.0 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,993 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 54.3 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 | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG
| Premium Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| 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 | No |
| 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 |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1305 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 17% |
| 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% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 59% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| 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 | No |
| 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 |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1305 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 17% |
| 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% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 59% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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