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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 M-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,617 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 e-tron | ||
| Difference: $53,518 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,763 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 e-tron | ||
| Difference: $50,054 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | M-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | ML63 AMG | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $90,100 | $38,900 |
| Base Invoice | $83,793 | $36,178 |
| Cargo tray | 160 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Cargo organizer | 70 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 300 | |
| Cargo tray | 149 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Cargo organizer | 65 | |
| Metal pedals | 181 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | |
| Heated front seats | 467 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 280 | |
| Options (change) | 160 | 1,935 |
| Options (change) | 149 | 1,803 |
| Destination | 875 | 950 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,168 |
| Total Price | $91,135 | $37,617 |
| Total Invoice | $84,817 | $34,763 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 e-tron | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $44,818 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $41,957 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | M-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | ML63 AMG | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 503hp V8 | 150hp I4 PiH |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 11/15 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 295/40-20 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $91,135 | $37,617 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,700 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $82,435 | $37,617 |
| Total Invoice | $84,817 | $34,763 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,097 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $76,720 | $34,763 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | M-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | ML63 AMG | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $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, driver seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,325 | $4,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,700 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,097 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | M-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 169.8 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,093 lb. | 4,012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.9 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.8 in | 52.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.0 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 39.5 ft3 |
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