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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: $52,950 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | |||
| Difference: $6,895 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $49,306 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | |||
| Difference: $6,417 | |||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | E300 | AMG E43 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $52,150 | $72,400 | $47,300 |
| Base Invoice | $48,500 | $67,332 | $43,990 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 475 |
| Satellite radio | 460 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 420 | 420 | 350 |
| Rearview camera | 300 | ||
| 9-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Sport Package | 0 | ||
| AWD | 2,500 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Navigation Package | 2,000 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 550 | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,400 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 443 |
| Satellite radio | 428 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | ||
| Rear side airbags | 391 | 391 | 325 |
| Rearview camera | 279 | ||
| 9-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Sport Package | 0 | ||
| AWD | 2,325 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Navigation Package | 1,860 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 511 | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,302 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,770 | 1,140 | 4,775 |
| Options (change) | 6,298 | 1,061 | 4,441 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 875 |
| Total Price | $59,845 | $74,465 | $52,950 |
| Total Invoice | $55,723 | $69,318 | $49,306 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,580 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,261 | |||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | E300 | AMG E43 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 396hp V6 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/25 MPG | 19/25 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 590, 13 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $59,845 | $74,465 | $52,950 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,315 | -7,690 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $57,530 | $66,775 | $52,950 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,245 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $55,723 | $69,318 | $49,306 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,156 | -7,158 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,567 | $62,160 | $49,306 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,593 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | E300 | AMG E43 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle-to-X (V2X) communication | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,165 | $13,540 | $5,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,315 | $7,690 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,156 | -7,158 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 115.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 193.8 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,792 lb. | 3,637 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E300
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| 245/45HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 56% |
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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