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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: $61,240 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $40,410 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $57,023 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $37,579 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $93,600 | $54,500 |
| Base Invoice | $87,048 | $50,686 |
| Lane departure warning | 875 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 500 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 850 | |
| Cargo organizer | 290 | 70 |
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 350 |
| Special order charge | 250 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,850 | 600 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Technology Package | 3,900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | |
| Lane departure warning | 814 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 465 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 791 | |
| Cargo organizer | 270 | 65 |
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 326 |
| Special order charge | 233 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,651 | 558 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Technology Package | 3,628 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | |
| Options (change) | 7,125 | 5,790 |
| Options (change) | 6,629 | 5,387 |
| Destination | 925 | 950 |
| Total Price | $101,650 | $61,240 |
| Total Invoice | $94,602 | $57,023 |
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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: $36,220 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,680 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | E63 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 550hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/23 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 | $101,650 | $61,240 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,190 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $97,460 | $61,240 |
| Total Invoice | $94,602 | $57,023 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,899 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $90,703 | $57,023 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| 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 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| 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 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,090 | $6,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,190 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,899 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | E-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 192.1 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,387 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 | 16.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1565 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 41% |
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