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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: $52,470 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $58,095 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,865 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $54,026 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG S | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $106,550 | $42,500 |
| Base Invoice | $99,092 | $39,527 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | |
| Cargo organizer | 290 | 70 |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |
| Prestige Package | 6,150 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 400 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | |
| Cargo organizer | 270 | 65 |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,718 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 372 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 3,090 | 9,045 |
| Options (change) | 2,874 | 8,413 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $110,565 | $52,470 |
| Total Invoice | $102,891 | $48,865 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $53,065 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $49,345 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG S | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 577hp V8 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $110,565 | $52,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,030 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $105,535 | $52,470 |
| Total Invoice | $102,891 | $48,865 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,681 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $98,210 | $48,865 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG S | S3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $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 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,655 | $6,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,030 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,681 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLS | A3 / S3 |
| 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 | 4,035 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 | 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 S
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 21% |
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% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 3600 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 15% |
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