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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3 / S3 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 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $51,845 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $74,450 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,281 Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| Difference: $69,243 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | GLS | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $125,300 | $41,100 |
| Base Invoice | $116,529 | $38,224 |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Cargo net | 150 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | |
| 235/35YR19 | 1,397 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | |
| Cargo net | 139 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 9,850 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 9,162 |
| Destination | 995 | 895 |
| Total Price | $126,295 | $51,845 |
| Total Invoice | $117,524 | $48,281 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $62,605 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $58,221 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | GLS | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 550hp V8 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/17 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 295/40-21 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $126,295 | $51,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -11,845 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $114,450 | $51,845 |
| Total Invoice | $117,524 | $48,281 |
| Adjustments for Features | -11,022 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $106,502 | $48,281 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | GLS | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | |
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $18,845 | $7,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $11,845 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -11,022 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | GLS | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,754 lb. | 3,462 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 35.1 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 | 12.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| 235/35YR19 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2900 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 17% |
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