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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: $35,340 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $37,675 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,920 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $35,045 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $71,300 | $94,900 | $25,930 | $34,915 |
| Base Invoice | $66,309 | $88,257 | $24,115 | $32,471 |
| Folding second row seats | 440 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 400 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| S Line Package | 2,500 | |||
| Convenience Package | 350 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 409 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 372 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,813 | 1,813 | ||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | |||
| Convenience Package | 325 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 405 | 405 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 418 | 418 | ||
| Options (change) | 840 | 0 | 8,635 | 5,785 |
| Options (change) | 781 | 0 | 8,030 | 5,379 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $73,015 | $95,775 | $35,340 | $41,475 |
| Total Invoice | $67,965 | $89,132 | $32,920 | $38,625 |
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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: $31,285 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,097 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 402hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 140, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $73,015 | $95,775 | $35,340 | $41,475 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,390 | -7,215 | 0 | -2,850 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $66,625 | $88,560 | $35,340 | $38,625 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $21,935 | $0 | $3,285 |
| Total Invoice | $67,965 | $89,132 | $32,920 | $38,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,948 | -6,715 | 0 | -2,654 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $62,017 | $82,417 | $32,920 | $35,971 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $20,400 | $0 | $3,051 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height 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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $9,055 | $9,880 | $2,665 | $5,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,390 | $7,215 | $0 | $2,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,948 | -6,715 | 0 | -2,654 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,159 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 | 57.1 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 | 56.5 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 | 15.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 | 54.6 ft3 |
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% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2405 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 9% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 125% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -25% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
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