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Mercedes-Benz R-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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,655 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $19,410 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,233 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG | |||||
| Difference: $9,050 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $43,000 | $50,500 | $87,400 | $25,930 | $34,915 |
| Base Invoice | $39,990 | $46,965 | $21,282 | $24,115 | $32,471 |
| Lighting Package | 900 | 900 | 900 | ||
| Premium I Package | 4,225 | 4,225 | |||
| Trim Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | 450 | 450 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | 0 | 0 |
| Heated front seats | 700 | 450 | 450 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,650 | 1,650 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Convenience Package | 350 | ||||
| S Line Package | 2,500 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | 1,100 | |||
| Lighting Package | 837 | 837 | 837 | ||
| Premium I Package | 3,929 | 3,929 | |||
| Trim Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 651 | 651 | 418 | 418 | |
| iPod integration | 339 | 339 | 339 | 0 | 0 |
| Heated front seats | 651 | 418 | 418 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,534 | 1,534 | 1,813 | 1,813 | |
| Convenience Package | 325 | ||||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | 1,023 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,290 | 9,590 | 1,265 | 7,950 | 5,100 |
| Options (change) | 9,569 | 8,918 | 1,176 | 7,393 | 4,742 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $54,065 | $60,865 | $89,440 | $34,655 | $40,790 |
| Total Invoice | $50,334 | $56,658 | $23,233 | $32,283 | $37,988 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,535 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,528 | |||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 302hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 440, 12 | 440, 12 | 140, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-17 | 255/55-18 | 265/45-20 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $54,065 | $60,865 | $89,440 | $34,655 | $40,790 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,875 | -5,875 | -9,540 | 0 | -2,850 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,190 | $54,990 | $79,900 | $34,655 | $37,940 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,800 | $31,710 | $0 | $3,285 |
| Total Invoice | $50,334 | $56,658 | $23,233 | $32,283 | $37,988 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,470 | -5,469 | -2,478 | 0 | -2,654 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,864 | $51,189 | $20,755 | $32,283 | $35,334 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $24,109 | $30,434 | $0 | $0 | $3,051 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| 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 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,590 | $7,590 | $11,255 | $1,715 | $4,565 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,875 | $5,875 | $9,540 | $0 | $2,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,470 | -5,469 | -2,478 | 0 | -2,654 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | A3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,830 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.3 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.8 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.4 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 34.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 / R320
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 71% |
| Trim Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 71% |
| Trim Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
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 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 27% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | 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 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2280 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 120% |
| Total Not Requested | -100 | -20% |
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