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Mercedes-Benz S-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 S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $52,145 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $127,430 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,570 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $118,500 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | AMG S63 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $176,400 | $38,350 |
| Base Invoice | $164,052 | $35,666 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,450 | |
| Sport Package | 650 | |
| AWD | 2,700 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,860 | |
| Sport Package | 606 | |
| AWD | 2,512 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | |
| Metal pedals | 182 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 2,250 | 12,820 |
| Options (change) | 2,093 | 11,929 |
| Destination | 925 | 975 |
| Total Price | $179,575 | $52,145 |
| Total Invoice | $167,070 | $48,570 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $116,540 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $108,368 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | AMG S63 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 577hp V8 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/23 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 625, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-20 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $179,575 | $52,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | -10,890 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $168,685 | $52,145 |
| Total Invoice | $167,070 | $48,570 |
| Adjustments for Features | -10,132 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $156,938 | $48,570 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | AMG S63 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Wind blocker, automatic | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Fragrance atomizer | $200 | |
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Rapid-heating front seats | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $15,930 | $5,040 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $10,890 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -10,132 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 115.9 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 197.9 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 56.2 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,962 lb. | 3,824 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.5 in | 45.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG S63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| 6-speed automated manual | 0 | No |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 220 hp@4500 258 lb-ft@1600 | 1000 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 5090 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 17% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
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