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Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 E-Class vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,645 Audi A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| Difference: $56,270 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,866 Audi A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| Difference: $52,327 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $91,500 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $85,095 | $28,134 |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,000 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,120 | |
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 350 |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | |
| Titanium Sport Package | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | |
| iPod integration | -200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 1,860 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 1,972 | |
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 325 |
| Navigation system | 1,860 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | |
| Titanium Sport Package | 1,860 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | |
| iPod integration | -186 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| Options (change) | 4,540 | 9,500 |
| Options (change) | 4,223 | 8,837 |
| Destination | 875 | 895 |
| Total Price | $96,915 | $40,645 |
| Total Invoice | $90,193 | $37,866 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0 TDI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $48,740 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $45,319 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/32 MPG | 30/42 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $96,915 | $40,645 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,530 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $89,385 | $40,645 |
| Total Invoice | $90,193 | $37,866 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,008 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $83,185 | $37,866 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,370 | $1,840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,530 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,008 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 192.7 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 58.9 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,293 lb. | 3,362 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.8 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.0 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.4 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 865 | 59% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| 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% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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