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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A6 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A6 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $65,730

Audi A6 3.0T   
Difference: $2,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $61,191

Audi A6 3.0T   
Difference: $2,102

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112012
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassA6
TrimE350E550E63 AMG3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $49,400 $57,100 $87,600 $49,900
Base Invoice $45,942 $53,103 $81,468 $46,408
Rear Seat Package 440 440    
Premium 1 Package 4,000 4,450 2,550  
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950 2,950  
Sport Package 0 0   1,000
Premium 2 Package 2,450 2,450 2,450  
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970  
Night vision 1,780 1,780 1,780  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720   475
Leather seating surfaces 1,620      
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 350
Heated second row seats 625 625    
Heated steering wheel 490 490    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 450      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 800 800 800  
Wheel Package   0    
Prestige Package       6,880
Innovation Package       5,800
Cold Weather Package       450
Rear Seat Package 409 409    
Premium 1 Package 3,720 4,139 2,372  
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744 2,744  
Sport Package 0 0   930
Premium 2 Package 2,279 2,279 2,279  
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902  
Night vision 1,655 1,655 1,655  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669   443
Leather seating surfaces 1,507      
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 325
Heated second row seats 581 581    
Heated steering wheel 456 456    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 419      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 744 744 744  
Wheel Package   0    
Prestige Package       6,398
Innovation Package       5,394
Cold Weather Package       418
Options (change) 17,715 16,095 14,470 14,955
Options (change) 16,476 14,969 13,459 13,908
Destination 875 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 1,700 0
Total Price $67,990 $74,070 $104,645 $65,730
Total Invoice $63,293 $68,947 $97,502 $61,191

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A6

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A6 3.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,435
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,196
Model Year2011201120112012
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassA6
TrimE350E550E63 AMG3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp V6382hp V8518hp V8310hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14610, 14630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18255/40-18245/45-18
Total Price$67,990$74,070$104,645$65,730
Adjustments for Features0-1,400-1,525-1,175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$67,990$72,670$103,120$64,555
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,680$35,130$0
Total Invoice$63,293$68,947$97,502$61,191
Adjustments for Features0-1,303-1,421-1,094
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$63,293$67,644$96,081$60,097
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,351$32,788$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A6

Model Year2011201120112012
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassA6
TrimE350E550E63 AMG3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1300
RWD$0$0$0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100 $100
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250$250 
Power trunk closer$350$350$350 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150 
Collision preparation system, rear   $100
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, passenger   $75
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150 
Lane departure warning$200$200$200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net   $40
Console with shifter  $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250
Rear dual-zone climate control   $125
Engine / Motor 
Regenerative braking   $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Rear spoiler  $200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325 
CD changer, remote   $200
CD player   $125
Handwriting recognition   $200
In-vehicle Internet   $150
SD Card slot$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
Traffic + travel information   $25
Traffic information$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25  
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror   $75
Chronometer  $100 
Cornering lights   $50
Head-up display (HUD)   $350
Headlight washers$50$50$50 
LED headlights   $1000
Power-folding mirrors   $50
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver  $300 
Heated second row seats$200$200 $200
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250 
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 
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$200
Rear air springs, auto-leveling  $350 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
Total Value of Features$5,565$6,965$7,090$6,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,400$1,525$1,175
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,303-1,421-1,094

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Audi A6

Model Year20112012
ModelE-ClassA6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.1 in114.7 in
Length191.7 in193.9 in
Width73.0 in73.8 in
Height57.7 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,826 lb.3,683 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in57.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft314.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350

Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Media drive, large15Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested174075%
Total Not Requested57525%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0Yes
245/40ZR18 tires200No
Total Requested25056%
Total Not Requested20044%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested90060%
Total Not Requested60040%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550

Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Media drive, large15Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested204078%
Total Not Requested57522%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0Yes
245/40ZR18 tires200No
Total Requested25056%
Total Not Requested20044%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested90060%
Total Not Requested60040%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested1240100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100No
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested124071%
Total Not Requested50029%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

Option Package Details
Audi A6 3.0T

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Body kit0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Interior lights, additional0No
Cornering lights50No
Proximity key250Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Bose, 630W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Navigation system600Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
CD changer, remote200Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
245/45HR18 tires400No
Total Requested329070%
Total Not Requested142530%
Innovation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Night vision1750Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
LED headlights500No
Pedestrian detection, night50Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Collision preparation system, rear only100No
Total Requested290071%
Total Not Requested120029%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
245/45HR18 tires400No
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%

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