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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: $61,400 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $127,750 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $57,173 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $118,973 | ||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | S65 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $181,500 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $168,795 | $51,058 |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,850 | |
| iPod integration | 425 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,000 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,400 | |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,651 | |
| iPod integration | 395 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 930 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,302 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Rear side airbags | 326 | |
| Options (change) | 4,275 | 5,525 |
| Options (change) | 3,976 | 5,140 |
| Destination | 775 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 |
| Total Price | $189,150 | $61,400 |
| Total Invoice | $176,146 | $57,173 |
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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 RS 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $122,135 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $113,744 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | S65 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 604hp V12 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T5 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/20 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-20 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $189,150 | $61,400 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,615 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $183,535 | $61,400 |
| Total Invoice | $176,146 | $57,173 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,229 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $170,917 | $57,173 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | S65 AMG | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Night vision | $1750 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $16,755 | $11,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,615 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,229 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 205.0 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,035 lb. | 3,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1215 | 51% |
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