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Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 E-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $68,250 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $49,130 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $63,545 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $45,801 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $87,600 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $81,468 | $51,058 |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,550 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 1,400 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 500 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 800 | |
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 350 |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,850 | 600 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 12,625 | |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | |
| Dynamic Plus Package | 4,800 | |
| Dynamic Package | 1,450 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,279 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,372 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 1,302 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 465 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 744 | |
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 326 |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,651 | 558 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 11,741 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | |
| Dynamic Plus Package | 4,464 | |
| Dynamic Package | 1,350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 27,205 | 12,375 |
| Options (change) | 25,303 | 11,512 |
| Destination | 875 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 0 |
| Total Price | $117,380 | $68,250 |
| Total Invoice | $109,346 | $63,545 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $46,965 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,784 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/20 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/30-19 |
| Total Price | $117,380 | $68,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,165 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $115,215 | $68,250 |
| Total Invoice | $109,346 | $63,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,017 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $107,329 | $63,545 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | $4000 | |
| Ceramic front brake rotors | $2500 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,940 | $10,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,165 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,017 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 191.7 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,058 lb. | 3,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 34% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 940 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 46% |
| 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, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| 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% |
| 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | 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 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1165 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 51% |
| Dynamic Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Ceramic front brake rotors | 2500 | Yes |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dynamic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Sport exhaust | 0 | No |
| 235/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | No |
| 255/30ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
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