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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A4 / S4 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 A4 / S4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,150 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $17,075 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,916 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $15,875 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $49,400 | $57,100 | $87,600 | $32,300 | $47,100 |
| Base Invoice | $45,942 | $53,103 | $81,468 | $30,040 | $43,804 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | 4,450 | 2,550 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | ||
| Sport Package | 0 | 0 | 1,450 | ||
| Rear Seat Package | 440 | 440 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 475 | 475 | |
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 420 | 420 | 350 | 350 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | 380 | 380 | ||
| Wheel Package | 0 | ||||
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,850 | 500 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,100 | 2,100 | |||
| Prestige Package | 8,600 | 6,300 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 500 | 500 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | 500 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,720 | 4,139 | 2,372 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | ||
| Sport Package | 0 | 0 | 1,349 | ||
| Rear Seat Package | 409 | 409 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,279 | 2,279 | 2,279 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 443 | 443 | |
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 391 | 391 | 325 | 325 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 353 | 353 | 353 | ||
| Wheel Package | 0 | ||||
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,651 | 466 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,954 | 1,954 | |||
| Prestige Package | 7,998 | 5,859 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 466 | 466 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | 466 | 466 | |||
| Options (change) | 13,950 | 12,780 | 12,570 | 13,975 | 10,725 |
| Options (change) | 12,974 | 11,886 | 11,692 | 13,001 | 9,979 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $64,225 | $70,755 | $102,745 | $47,150 | $58,700 |
| Total Invoice | $59,791 | $65,864 | $95,735 | $43,916 | $54,658 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,360 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,416 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 211hp I4 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | CVT-8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 505, 14 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 245/45-17 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $64,225 | $70,755 | $102,745 | $47,150 | $58,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,715 | -5,415 | -5,740 | 0 | -1,100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $60,510 | $65,340 | $97,005 | $47,150 | $57,600 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,830 | $36,495 | $0 | $10,450 |
| Total Invoice | $59,791 | $65,864 | $95,735 | $43,916 | $54,658 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,459 | -5,041 | -5,348 | 0 | -1,024 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $56,332 | $60,823 | $90,387 | $43,916 | $53,634 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,491 | $34,055 | $0 | $9,718 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | ||||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | $200 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,590 | $8,290 | $8,615 | $2,875 | $3,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,715 | $5,415 | $5,740 | $0 | $1,100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,459 | -5,041 | -5,348 | 0 | -1,024 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 191.7 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,826 lb. | 3,591 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1965 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 15% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 78% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1965 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 25% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 78% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 78% |
| 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% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 250 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3965 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 23% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2015 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 29% |
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