Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2009 Audi A3 Audi A3 2008

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mercedes-Benz M-Class 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.

Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,340

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $14,520

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,920

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $13,512

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009200920082008
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassA3A3
TrimML350 / ML320ML550ML63 AMG2.0T3.2 S line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $44,600 $55,800 $90,100 $25,930 $34,915
Base Invoice $41,478 $51,894 $83,793 $24,115 $32,471
Lighting Package 950 950      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720   450 450
Heated front seats 720        
Leather seating surfaces 1,995 1,995      
Navigation system       1,950 1,950
S Line Package       2,500  
Convenience Package       350  
Cold Weather Package       700 700
Panoramic sunroof       1,100 1,100
Xenon HID headlights       800 800
Bluetooth cell phone link       435 435
Rear side airbags       350 350
iPod integration       0 0
Lighting Package 884 884      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670   418 418
Heated front seats 670        
Leather seating surfaces 1,855 1,855      
Navigation system       1,813 1,813
S Line Package       2,326  
Convenience Package       325  
Cold Weather Package       650 650
Panoramic sunroof       1,023 1,023
Xenon HID headlights       745 745
Bluetooth cell phone link       405 405
Rear side airbags       325 325
iPod integration       0 0
Options (change) 4,385 3,665 0 8,635 5,785
Options (change) 4,079 3,409 0 8,030 5,379
Destination 875 875 875 775 775
Total Price $49,860 $60,340 $90,975 $35,340 $41,475
Total Invoice $46,432 $56,178 $84,668 $32,920 $38,625

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz M-Class dealer quotes or Audi A3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,090
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,249
Model Year20092009200920082008
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassA3A3
TrimML350 / ML320ML550ML63 AMG2.0T3.2 S line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine268hp V6382hp V8503hp V8200hp I4250hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7M6S6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 880, 8440, 12140, 10195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-17255/55-18295/40-20225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$49,860$60,340$90,975$35,340$41,475
Adjustments for Features-2,430-4,480-10,7700-2,850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,430$55,860$80,205$35,340$38,625
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,430$32,775$0$3,285
Total Invoice$46,432$56,178$84,668$32,920$38,625
Adjustments for Features-2,263-4,171-10,0230-2,654
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$44,169$52,007$74,645$32,920$35,971
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,838$30,476$0$3,051

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3

Model Year20092009200920082008
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassA3A3
TrimML350 / ML320ML550ML63 AMG2.0T3.2 S line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200  
6-speed manual   $150 
6-speed automated manual    $1100
RWD$0    
AWD $1700$1700 $1700
FWD   $0 
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100  
Power liftgate  $350  
Power trunk / liftgate pull-down$50$50   
Proximity key  $250  
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350  
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0$0$0  
Hill descent control$250$250$250  
Obstacle detection, front  $150  
Obstacle detection, rear  $250  
Rearview camera  $200  
Rollover sensor$50$50$50  
Trailer sway control$25$25$25  
Cargo Management 
Cargo area partition net$40$40$40  
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50$50  
Cargo net   $40$40
Console with shifter   $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150  
Rear seat pass-through   $100$100
Roof rails$250$250$250  
Ski sack   $50$50
Storage compartment under front seat(s)   $50$50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100   
Rear air vents with automatic controls  $250  
Residual heat$50$50$50  
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275  
Panoramic sunroof   $1200$1200
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40  
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Running boards $350$350  
Sunroof$900$900$900  
Wheel-lip moldings  $75  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50  
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325  
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0   
DVD-compatible player  $0  
HD radio  $50  
iPod integration  $100$100$100
Media drive  $15  
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50  
Navigation system  $600$600$600
Satellite radio  $200 $200
SD Card slot  $25$25$25
Surround sound  $250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Traffic information  $25  
Voice control for nav and audio  $100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25   
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150$150$150
Chronometer  $100  
Cornering lights$50$50$50  
Headlight washers$50$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25  
Power-folding mirrors  $50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100$100
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300  
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Leather door panel trim  $250  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat  $200  
Memory system, passenger seat  $150  
Metal pedals  $75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat  $50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
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 tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0  
Wood trim$300$300$300  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500  
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$5,795$7,845$14,135$3,365$6,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,430$4,480$10,770$0$2,850
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,263-4,171-10,0230-2,654

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3

Model Year20092008
ModelM-ClassA3
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase114.7 in101.5 in
Length188.5 in168.7 in
Width75.2 in69.5 in
Height70.1 in56.0 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.3,264 lb.
Fuel Capacity25.1 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.9 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.8 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.8 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom40.0 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.4 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
72.4 ft354.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 / ML320

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote200No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested62576%
Total Not Requested20024%
S Line Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Rear spoiler200No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested233088%
Total Not Requested32512%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested375100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Ski sack50No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested24083%
Total Not Requested5017%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested625125%
Total Not Requested-125-25%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Ski sack50No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested24083%
Total Not Requested5017%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.