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Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,890 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $16,610 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,502 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $15,448 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $42,900 | $46,950 | $61,500 | $25,930 | $34,915 |
| Base Invoice | $39,897 | $43,664 | $57,195 | $24,115 | $32,471 |
| Premium Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,470 | ||
| Lighting Package | 990 | 990 | 990 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 690 | 690 | 450 | 450 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 925 | 925 | 925 | 435 | 435 |
| Heated front seats | 690 | 690 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Entertainment Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | |||
| CD changer, remote | 430 | 430 | 430 | ||
| Satellite radio | 500 | ||||
| S Line Package | 2,500 | ||||
| Audio Package | 1,000 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 350 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,367 | ||
| Lighting Package | 921 | 921 | 921 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | 642 | 642 | 418 | 418 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 860 | 860 | 860 | 405 | 405 |
| Heated front seats | 642 | 642 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,813 | 1,813 | |
| Entertainment Package | 1,581 | 1,581 | |||
| CD changer, remote | 400 | 400 | 400 | ||
| Satellite radio | 465 | ||||
| S Line Package | 2,326 | ||||
| Audio Package | 930 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 325 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | 650 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 745 | 745 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,825 | 7,825 | 5,005 | 8,185 | 4,335 |
| Options (change) | 7,278 | 7,278 | 4,655 | 7,612 | 4,031 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $51,500 | $55,550 | $68,580 | $34,890 | $40,025 |
| Total Invoice | $47,950 | $51,717 | $63,925 | $32,502 | $37,277 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,315 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,518 | |||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | ?, 9 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $51,500 | $55,550 | $68,580 | $34,890 | $40,025 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,295 | -5,295 | -7,195 | 0 | -2,650 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,205 | $50,255 | $61,385 | $34,890 | $37,375 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,050 | $15,180 | $0 | $2,485 |
| Total Invoice | $47,950 | $51,717 | $63,925 | $32,502 | $37,277 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,930 | -4,930 | -6,707 | 0 | -2,468 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,020 | $46,787 | $57,218 | $32,502 | $34,809 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,767 | $14,198 | $0 | $2,307 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,085 | $9,085 | $10,985 | $3,790 | $6,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,295 | $5,295 | $7,195 | $0 | $2,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,930 | -4,930 | -6,707 | 0 | -2,468 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | A3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 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 | 6.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 28% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 75% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 28% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 75% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 0 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 4% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 255 | 10% |
| Audio Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 50% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 25 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 5% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
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