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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: $68,250 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $95,025 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $63,545 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $88,367 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | AMG S63 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $143,250 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $133,223 | $51,058 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 1,400 |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 500 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 4,650 | 600 |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 700 | |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | 1,500 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,950 | |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | |
| Dynamic Plus Package | 4,800 | |
| Dynamic Package | 1,450 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 1,302 |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 465 | |
| Carbon fiber trim | 4,325 | 558 |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 651 | |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | 1,395 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,324 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | |
| Dynamic Plus Package | 4,464 | |
| Dynamic Package | 1,350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Rear side airbags | 326 | |
| Options (change) | 19,100 | 12,375 |
| Options (change) | 17,764 | 11,512 |
| Destination | 925 | 975 |
| Total Price | $163,275 | $68,250 |
| Total Invoice | $151,912 | $63,545 |
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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: $85,635 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $79,630 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | AMG S63 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 577hp V8 | 400hp I5 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/23 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-20 | 255/30-19 |
| Total Price | $163,275 | $68,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,390 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $153,885 | $68,250 |
| Total Invoice | $151,912 | $63,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,737 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $143,175 | $63,545 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | AMG S63 | RS 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | $4000 | |
| Ceramic front brake rotors | $2500 | |
| Collision preparation system, 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 | |
| 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 | ||
| 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 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| 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 height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| 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 tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $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 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $19,480 | $10,090 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,390 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,737 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | S-Class | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,806 lb. | 3,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.7 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.7 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 43.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG S63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1865 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 21% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dynamic Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Ceramic front brake rotors | 2500 | Yes |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dynamic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Sport exhaust | 0 | No |
| 235/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | Yes |
| 255/30ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
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