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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: $33,970 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $20,690 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,650 Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| Difference: $19,060 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | R350 | 2.0T | 3.2 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $50,240 | $26,920 | $35,875 |
| Base Invoice | $46,537 | $25,035 | $33,364 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 475 | 475 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Heated front seats | 750 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 985 | ||
| S Line Package | 2,000 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,800 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 441 | 441 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,023 | 1,023 |
| Heated front seats | 698 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 916 | ||
| S Line Package | 1,860 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,675 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | |
| Rear side airbags | 325 | 325 | |
| Options (change) | 3,545 | 6,225 | 2,425 |
| Options (change) | 3,298 | 5,790 | 2,255 |
| Destination | 875 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $54,660 | $33,970 | $39,125 |
| Total Invoice | $50,710 | $31,650 | $36,444 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,540 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,210 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | R350 | 2.0T | 3.2 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $54,660 | $33,970 | $39,125 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,150 | 0 | -2,650 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,510 | $33,970 | $36,475 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,505 |
| Total Invoice | $50,710 | $31,650 | $36,444 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,850 | 0 | -2,468 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,860 | $31,650 | $33,976 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,326 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | R350 | 2.0T | 3.2 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,755 | $2,605 | $5,255 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,150 | $0 | $2,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,850 | 0 | -2,468 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | A3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,950 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 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 | 15.2 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
Audi A3 2.0T
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 1005 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 20% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 41% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
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