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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: $62,075 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $49,950 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $57,801 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $46,449 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $99,500 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $92,535 | $51,058 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,690 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 1,400 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,850 | 600 |
| Cargo organizer | 290 | 75 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 850 | |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,432 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 1,302 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,651 | 558 |
| Cargo organizer | 270 | 70 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 791 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Rear side airbags | 326 | |
| Options (change) | 11,600 | 6,200 |
| Options (change) | 10,790 | 5,768 |
| Destination | 925 | 975 |
| Total Price | $112,025 | $62,075 |
| Total Invoice | $104,250 | $57,801 |
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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: $45,385 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $42,201 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 550hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $112,025 | $62,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,565 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $107,460 | $62,075 |
| Total Invoice | $104,250 | $57,801 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,248 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $100,002 | $57,801 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 thigh support length adjuster, driver 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 headliner | $650 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,740 | $7,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,565 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,248 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,355 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 | 57.1 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 | 56.5 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 | 15.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 52% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| 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 |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1365 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 42% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
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