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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: $49,077 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 e-tron | ||
| Difference: $49,978 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,423 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 e-tron | ||
| Difference: $46,760 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | M-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | ML63 AMG | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $94,990 | $39,500 |
| Base Invoice | $88,341 | $36,736 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,100 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 300 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,953 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,884 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,998 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Metal pedals | 182 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 280 | |
| Options (change) | 3,190 | 12,770 |
| Options (change) | 2,967 | 11,880 |
| Destination | 875 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,168 |
| Total Price | $99,055 | $49,077 |
| Total Invoice | $92,183 | $45,423 |
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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: $42,283 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,599 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | M-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | ML63 AMG | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 150hp I4 PiH |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/18 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/45-20 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $99,055 | $49,077 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,695 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $91,360 | $49,077 |
| Total Invoice | $92,183 | $45,423 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,161 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $85,022 | $45,423 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| 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 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| 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 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| 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 tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,770 | $6,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,695 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,161 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | M-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 169.8 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,238 lb. | 4,012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 52.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.4 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 39.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 e-tron
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 52% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3240 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 2175 | 40% |
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