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Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,950 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| Difference: $61,335 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,292 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| Difference: $57,209 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $92,200 | $30,900 | $34,200 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $85,746 | $28,738 | $31,806 | $39,527 |
| Premium Package 2 | 3,600 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,110 | |||
| Sport Package | 800 | 800 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | ||
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | 0 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |||
| Premium Package 2 | 3,348 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,032 | |||
| Sport Package | 744 | 744 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | ||
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | 0 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | 2,418 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | 325 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,710 | 7,125 | 7,125 | 5,025 |
| Options (change) | 4,380 | 6,629 | 6,629 | 4,676 |
| Destination | 775 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $100,285 | $38,950 | $42,250 | $48,450 |
| Total Invoice | $93,501 | $36,292 | $39,360 | $45,128 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $57,120 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $53,279 | ||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 507hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 480, 13 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $100,285 | $38,950 | $42,250 | $48,450 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,215 | 0 | -1,700 | -3,075 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $96,070 | $38,950 | $40,550 | $45,375 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,600 | $6,425 |
| Total Invoice | $93,501 | $36,292 | $39,360 | $45,128 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,930 | 0 | -1,584 | -2,864 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $89,571 | $36,292 | $37,776 | $42,264 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,484 | $5,972 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $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 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| 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-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $8,965 | $4,750 | $6,450 | $7,825 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,215 | $0 | $1,700 | $3,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,930 | 0 | -1,584 | -2,864 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 |
| 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 | 3,993 lb. | 3,176 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 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 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| 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% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 32% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| 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% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 32% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| 235/35YR19 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 55% |
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