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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,215 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $53,660 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,885 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $49,904 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $86,950 | $110,800 | $151,350 | $219,850 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $80,864 | $103,044 | $140,756 | $204,461 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||||
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | 466 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | 1,186 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | ||||
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | ||||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6,050 | 6,050 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5,629 | 5,629 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $87,875 | $111,725 | $152,275 | $222,075 | $34,215 | $37,195 |
| Total Invoice | $81,789 | $103,969 | $141,681 | $206,686 | $31,885 | $34,658 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $38,110 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,431 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 900, 12 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $87,875 | $111,725 | $152,275 | $222,075 | $34,215 | $37,195 |
| Adjustments for Features | -15,550 | -18,600 | -24,075 | -28,175 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $72,325 | $93,125 | $128,200 | $193,900 | $34,215 | $36,145 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $20,800 | $55,875 | $121,575 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $81,789 | $103,969 | $141,681 | $206,686 | $31,885 | $34,658 |
| Adjustments for Features | -14,473 | -17,309 | -22,400 | -26,223 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $67,316 | $86,660 | $119,281 | $180,463 | $31,885 | $33,680 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $19,344 | $51,965 | $113,147 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $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 | ||||||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | |||||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | |||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||
| 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 | ||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | |||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $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 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger 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 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active curve tilting | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $18,455 | $21,505 | $26,980 | $31,080 | $2,905 | $3,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $15,550 | $18,600 | $24,075 | $28,175 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -14,473 | -17,309 | -22,400 | -26,223 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | A3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.7 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,827 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 37% |
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