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Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $50,440 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $39,685 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,984 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | |||||
| Difference: $36,898 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $86,950 | $110,800 | $151,350 | $219,850 | $38,350 |
| Base Invoice | $80,864 | $103,044 | $140,756 | $204,461 | $35,666 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,450 | ||||
| Sport Package | 650 | ||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | ||||
| Metal pedals | 195 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,860 | ||||
| Sport Package | 606 | ||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | ||||
| Metal pedals | 182 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | ||||
| Options (change) | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 0 | 11,115 |
| Options (change) | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | 0 | 10,343 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $90,125 | $113,975 | $154,525 | $222,075 | $50,440 |
| Total Invoice | $83,882 | $106,062 | $143,774 | $206,686 | $46,984 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $33,235 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,895 | |||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 | 186hp I4 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 900, 12 | 625, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $90,125 | $113,975 | $154,525 | $222,075 | $50,440 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,450 | -9,500 | -15,175 | -17,375 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $83,675 | $104,475 | $139,350 | $204,700 | $50,440 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $20,800 | $55,675 | $121,025 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $83,882 | $106,062 | $143,774 | $206,686 | $46,984 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,003 | -8,840 | -14,119 | -16,171 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $77,879 | $97,222 | $129,655 | $190,515 | $46,984 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $19,343 | $51,776 | $112,636 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | ||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power convertible top | $4000 | ||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | $200 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active curve tilting | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $15,065 | $18,115 | $23,790 | $25,990 | $8,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,450 | $9,500 | $15,175 | $17,375 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,003 | -8,840 | -14,119 | -16,171 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 101.7 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,827 lb. | 3,429 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 45.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL450
| 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 |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | 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
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| 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 |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | 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
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63
| 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 |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | 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
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4890 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 20% |
| 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 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
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