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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: $51,895 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $88,620 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,337 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $82,585 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SL600 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $133,200 | $38,350 |
| Base Invoice | $123,876 | $35,666 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,130 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,450 | |
| Sport Package | 650 | |
| AWD | 2,700 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,051 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,046 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,860 | |
| Sport Package | 606 | |
| AWD | 2,512 | |
| Metal pedals | 182 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 3,840 | 12,570 |
| Options (change) | 3,571 | 11,696 |
| Destination | 875 | 975 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 |
| Total Price | $140,515 | $51,895 |
| Total Invoice | $130,922 | $48,337 |
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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: $83,695 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $77,996 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SL600 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 510hp V12 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 11/18 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 250, 8 | 625, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $140,515 | $51,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,925 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $135,590 | $51,895 |
| Total Invoice | $130,922 | $48,337 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,589 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $126,333 | $48,337 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SL600 | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Power convertible top | $4000 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| 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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $18,015 | $13,090 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,925 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,589 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,455 lb. | 3,824 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 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 | 7.3 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
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 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | 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 |
| 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 | 2225 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 3915 | 64% |
| 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 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
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