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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,890 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| Difference: $104,035 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,600 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| Difference: $96,756 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | SL | SL | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $148,050 | $215,250 | $35,600 | $38,600 |
| Base Invoice | $137,687 | $200,183 | $33,108 | $35,898 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | 5,900 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | ||
| Sport Package | 800 | 800 | ||
| Metal pedals | 195 | 195 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | 1,302 | ||
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | 5,488 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,371 | 2,371 | ||
| Sport Package | 744 | 744 | ||
| Metal pedals | 181 | 181 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 511 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,950 | 0 | 11,395 | 11,395 |
| Options (change) | 2,744 | 0 | 10,597 | 10,597 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $151,925 | $217,475 | $47,890 | $50,890 |
| Total Invoice | $141,356 | $202,408 | $44,600 | $47,390 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $89,955 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $83,656 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | SL | SL | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 11 | 900, 12 | 625, 13 | 625, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $151,925 | $217,475 | $47,890 | $50,890 |
| Adjustments for Features | -14,080 | -18,380 | 0 | -1,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $137,845 | $199,095 | $47,890 | $49,340 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $61,250 | $0 | $1,450 |
| Total Invoice | $141,356 | $202,408 | $44,600 | $47,390 |
| Adjustments for Features | -13,100 | -17,107 | 0 | -1,443 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $128,256 | $185,301 | $44,600 | $45,947 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $57,045 | $0 | $1,347 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | SL | SL | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||
| Night vision | $1750 | |||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather headliner | $1000 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $22,305 | $26,605 | $8,225 | $9,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $14,080 | $18,380 | $0 | $1,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -13,100 | -17,107 | 0 | -1,443 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | SL | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 181.8 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,936 lb. | 3,397 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 SL63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2475 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 32% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 590 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 46% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2475 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 32% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 590 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 46% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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