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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3 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 GLS vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,665 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $38,670 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,093 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $35,970 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $69,550 | $94,950 | $125,300 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $64,682 | $88,304 | $116,529 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 475 | 475 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | |||
| Titanium Sport Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | |||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | |||
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 443 | 443 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,023 | 1,023 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | |||
| Titanium Sport Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | |||
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | |||
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,790 | 1,090 | 0 | 9,500 | 9,500 |
| Options (change) | 5,386 | 1,014 | 0 | 8,837 | 8,837 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $76,335 | $97,035 | $126,295 | $37,665 | $40,645 |
| Total Invoice | $71,063 | $90,313 | $117,524 | $35,093 | $37,866 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,105 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,135 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $76,335 | $97,035 | $126,295 | $37,665 | $40,645 |
| Adjustments for Features | -10,565 | -16,345 | -20,195 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $65,770 | $80,690 | $106,100 | $37,665 | $39,595 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $14,920 | $40,330 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $71,063 | $90,313 | $117,524 | $35,093 | $37,866 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,835 | -15,213 | -18,792 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $61,228 | $75,100 | $98,732 | $35,093 | $36,888 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $13,872 | $37,504 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $14,205 | $19,985 | $23,835 | $3,640 | $4,690 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $10,565 | $16,345 | $20,195 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -9,835 | -15,213 | -18,792 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2013 |
| Model | GLS | A3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,401 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 34.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 7% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 93% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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