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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $51,845

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $91,380

Lowest Total Invoice: $48,281

Audi A3 / S3 S3   
Difference: $84,983

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142015
ModelS-ClassA3 / S3
TrimS63 AMGS3
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
Base Price $139,500 $41,100
Base Invoice $129,735 $38,224
Driver Assistance Package 2,800  
Advanced Technology Package   1,400
Prestige Package   5,900
235/35YR19   1,500
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Cargo net   150
Rear side airbags   350
Driver Assistance Package 2,604  
Advanced Technology Package   1,302
Prestige Package   5,488
235/35YR19   1,397
Metallic paint (extra cost)   511
Cargo net   139
Rear side airbags   325
Options (change) 2,800 9,850
Options (change) 2,604 9,162
Destination 925 895
Total Price $143,225 $51,845
Total Invoice $133,264 $48,281

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 S3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $84,000
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $78,116
Model Year20142015
ModelS-ClassA3 / S3
TrimS63 AMGS3
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
Engine577hp V8292hp I4
TransmissionT7S6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13705, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-20235/35-19
Total Price$143,225$51,845
Adjustments for Features-7,3800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$135,845$51,845
Total Invoice$133,264$48,281
Adjustments for Features-6,8670
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$126,397$48,281

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20142015
ModelS-ClassA3 / S3
TrimS63 AMGS3
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
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 app$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Semi-automated parking system$500 
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 
Blind spot collision prevention$150 
Collision preparation system, rear$100 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150 
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane keeping assist$400 
Pedestrian detection$50 
Rollover sensor$50 
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
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 
Residual heat$50 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Dual-mode exhaust$250 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0
Front splitter spoiler$200 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Laminated rear side windows$100 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support$0 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
iPod integration $100
Media drive$15 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200 
Boost gauge $75
Chronometer$100 
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
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 
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 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Wood trim$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000 
Crosswind stabilization$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$13,905$6,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$7,380$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,8670

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20142015
ModelS-ClassA3 / S3
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
Wheelbase124.6 in103.8 in
Length206.5 in175.4 in
Width74.8 in70.7 in
Height58.7 in55.7 in
Curb Weight4,730 lb.3,176 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in36.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.7 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.1 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom43.0 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft312.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested170074%
Total Not Requested60026%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

235/35YR19 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
235/35YR19 tires400No
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Black grille (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Total Requested315090%
Total Not Requested35010%

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