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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A4 / S4 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 A4 / S4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,150 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $63,155 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,984 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T | ||||
| Difference: $58,822 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | SL | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $103,650 | $140,440 | $32,300 | $47,100 |
| Base Invoice | $96,395 | $130,609 | $30,040 | $43,804 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,100 | 2,100 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,180 | 1,180 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 350 | 500 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,600 | 6,300 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,450 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,139 | 2,139 | 1,954 | 1,954 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,097 | 1,097 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 325 | 466 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,998 | 5,859 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,349 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,480 | 3,480 | 12,975 | 9,375 |
| Options (change) | 3,236 | 3,236 | 12,069 | 8,722 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $109,305 | $147,395 | $46,150 | $57,350 |
| Total Invoice | $101,806 | $137,320 | $42,984 | $53,401 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $50,765 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $47,282 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | SL | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 211hp I4 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | CVT-8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 510, 10 | 510, 10 | 505, 14 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $109,305 | $147,395 | $46,150 | $57,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | -12,390 | -13,440 | 0 | -1,000 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $96,915 | $133,955 | $46,150 | $56,350 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $37,040 | $0 | $10,200 |
| Total Invoice | $101,806 | $137,320 | $42,984 | $53,401 |
| Adjustments for Features | -11,540 | -12,521 | 0 | -931 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $90,266 | $124,799 | $42,984 | $52,470 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $34,533 | $0 | $9,486 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | SL | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $16,740 | $17,790 | $4,350 | $5,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $12,390 | $13,440 | $0 | $1,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -11,540 | -12,521 | 0 | -931 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 51.1 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,221 lb. | 3,591 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 250 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3465 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 1675 | 33% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1815 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 36% |
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