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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: $63,830

Audi A6 3.0T   
Difference: $2,710

Lowest Total Invoice: $59,426

Audi A6 3.0T   
Difference: $2,523

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152015201520152012
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassA6
TrimE250 BlueTECE350E400E400 HybridE63 AMGE63 AMG S3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $51,800 $52,300 $62,350 $57,100 $93,600 $100,600 $49,900
Base Invoice $48,174 $48,639 $57,986 $53,103 $87,048 $93,558 $46,408
Lighting Package 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500      
Premium 1 Package 4,380 4,380   4,380      
Sport Package 0 0         1,000
Driver Assistance Package 2,800 2,800 2,800 2,800 2,800 2,800 2,500
Illuminated door sill trim plates 800 800 800 800 850    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 450 450   450      
Leather seating surfaces 1,620 1,620   1,620      
Heated steering wheel 250 490 250 490      
Heated second row seats 625 625 625 625 625 625  
Special order charge 250 250 250 250 250 250  
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 420 420 420 350
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720     475
Prestige Package             6,880
Cold Weather Package             450
LED headlights             1,400
Lighting Package 1,395 1,395 1,395 1,395      
Premium 1 Package 4,073 4,073   4,073      
Sport Package 0 0         930
Driver Assistance Package 2,604 2,604 2,604 2,604 2,604 2,604 2,327
Illuminated door sill trim plates 744 744 744 744 791    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 419 419   419      
Leather seating surfaces 1,507 1,507   1,507      
Heated steering wheel 233 456 233 456      
Heated second row seats 581 581 581 581 581 581  
Special order charge 233 233 233 233 233 233  
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 391 391 391 325
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670     443
Prestige Package             6,398
Cold Weather Package             418
LED headlights             1,302
Options (change) 13,815 14,055 7,365 14,055 4,945 4,095 13,055
Options (change) 12,850 13,073 6,851 13,073 4,600 3,809 12,143
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 925 875
Total Price $66,540 $67,280 $70,640 $72,080 $99,470 $105,620 $63,830
Total Invoice $61,949 $62,637 $65,762 $67,101 $92,573 $98,292 $59,426

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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: $3,535
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,291
Model Year2015201520152015201520152012
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassA6
TrimE250 BlueTECE350E400E400 HybridE63 AMGE63 AMG S3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine195hp I4 D302hp V6329hp V6302hp V6 H550hp V8577hp V8310hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T7T7T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14?, 8610, 14610, 14610, 14630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-17245/40-18245/40-18245/45-17255/35-19255/35-19245/45-18
Total Price$66,540$67,280$70,640$72,080$99,470$105,620$63,830
Adjustments for Features-25-25-3500-6,100-6,450-850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$66,515$67,255$70,290$72,080$93,370$99,170$62,980
Cost Above Minimum$0$740$3,775$5,565$26,855$32,655$0
Total Invoice$61,949$62,637$65,762$67,101$92,573$98,292$59,426
Adjustments for Features-23-23-3260-5,677-6,002-791
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$61,926$62,614$65,436$67,101$86,896$92,290$58,635
Cost Above Minimum$0$688$3,510$5,175$24,970$30,364$0

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

Model Year2015201520152015201520152012
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassA6
TrimE250 BlueTECE350E400E400 HybridE63 AMGE63 AMG S3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic      $1300
RWD$0$0$0$0   
AWD    $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate    $100$100 
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100$100  $100
Power trunk closer    $350$350 
Proximity key  $250 $250$250$250
Remote app$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system    $500$500 
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225 $225$225$225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, passenger      $75
Lane departure warning$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Lane keeping assist$400$400$400$400$400$400 
Obstacle detection, front    $150$150$150
Obstacle detection, rear    $250$250$250
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Temporary spare tire $150$150 $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat$150  $150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based    $100$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net      $40
Console with shifter    $150$150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150   
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls      $250
Rear dual-zone climate control      $125
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential     $300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Raised top speed limiter     $0 
Regenerative braking      $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0 $0$0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 $25$25$25
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0$0 
Rear spoiler    $200$200 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Aux input      $50
CD changer, remote      $200
Handwriting recognition      $200
iPod integration      $100
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225$225 
USB port$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot      $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25$25   
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror      $75
Chronometer    $100$100 
Headlight washers$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting      $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver    $300$300 
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250$250$250$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150 $150
Massage, driver seat    $100$100 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $100$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats     $50 
Synthetic suede headliner    $650$650 
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150 
Upholstered instrument panel  $300 $300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100$100$100   
Alloy wheels$350$350 $350$350$350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)    $0$0 
Polished alloy wheels  $350    
Rear air springs, auto-leveling    $350$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0$0$0 $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)     $0 
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100 
Total Value of Features$5,265$5,265$5,590$5,240$11,340$11,690$6,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$25$25$350$0$6,100$6,450$850
Value of Feature Adjustments-23-23-3260-5,677-6,002-791

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

Model Year20152012
ModelE-ClassA6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in114.7 in
Length192.1 in193.9 in
Width73.0 in73.8 in
Height57.1 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 Volume16.4 ft314.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E250 BlueTEC

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-300600%
Total Not Requested250-500%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested219076%
Total Not Requested67524%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested100053%
Total Not Requested90047%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-300600%
Total Not Requested250-500%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested219076%
Total Not Requested67524%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40HR18 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested27558%
Total Not Requested20042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested100053%
Total Not Requested90047%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E400

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested80053%
Total Not Requested70047%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-300600%
Total Not Requested250-500%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E400 Hybrid

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-300600%
Total Not Requested250-500%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested219076%
Total Not Requested67524%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested100053%
Total Not Requested90047%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested100053%
Total Not Requested90047%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG S

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested100053%
Total Not Requested90047%

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 lights50Yes
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
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Navigation system600Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
CD changer, remote200No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
245/45HR18 tires400No
Total Requested331570%
Total Not Requested140030%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Collision preparation system, rear only100Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
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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