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Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,415

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $15,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,931

Audi A3 2.0T   
Difference: $14,019

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006200620132013
ModelSLKSLKSLKA3A3
TrimSLK280SLK350SLK55 AMG2.0T2.0 TDI
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $42,900 $46,950 $61,500 $27,270 $30,250
Base Invoice $39,897 $43,664 $57,195 $25,361 $28,134
Premium Package 1,200 1,200 1,470    
Lighting Package 990 990 990    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 690 690 690 475 475
Navigation system 1,200 1,200   2,000 2,000
Entertainment Package 1,700 1,700      
Heated front seats 690 690      
Bluetooth cell phone link 925 925 925    
CD changer, remote 430 430 430    
Satellite radio     500    
Premium Plus Package       2,000 2,000
Convenience Package       1,275 1,275
Titanium Sport Package       2,000 2,000
Cold Weather Package       500 500
Premium Package 1,116 1,116 1,367    
Lighting Package 921 921 921    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 642 642 642 443 443
Navigation system 1,116 1,116   1,860 1,860
Entertainment Package 1,581 1,581      
Heated front seats 642 642      
Bluetooth cell phone link 860 860 860    
CD changer, remote 400 400 400    
Satellite radio     465    
Premium Plus Package       1,860 1,860
Convenience Package       1,186 1,186
Titanium Sport Package       1,860 1,860
Cold Weather Package       466 466
Options (change) 7,825 7,825 5,005 8,250 8,250
Options (change) 7,278 7,278 4,655 7,675 7,675
Destination 775 775 775 895 895
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0 0
Total Price $51,500 $55,550 $68,580 $36,415 $39,395
Total Invoice $47,950 $51,717 $63,925 $33,931 $36,704

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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: $9,790
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,089
Model Year20062006200620132013
ModelSLKSLKSLKA3A3
TrimSLK280SLK350SLK55 AMG2.0T2.0 TDI
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine228hp V6268hp V6355hp V8200hp I4140hp I4 D
TransmissionM6M6T7M6S6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 11380, 11?, 9195, 10195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$51,500$55,550$68,580$36,415$39,395
Adjustments for Features-5,295-5,295-7,1950-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$46,205$50,255$61,385$36,415$38,345
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,050$15,180$0$1,930
Total Invoice$47,950$51,717$63,925$33,931$36,704
Adjustments for Features-4,930-4,930-6,7070-978
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$43,020$46,787$57,218$33,931$35,726
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,767$14,198$0$1,795

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3

Model Year20062006200620132013
ModelSLKSLKSLKA3A3
TrimSLK280SLK350SLK55 AMG2.0T2.0 TDI
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch4dr 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$0
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  
Obstacle detection, rear   $250$250
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
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  
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50$50
CD player$125$125$125  
MP3-compatible player   $50$50
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$0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 $100
Total Value of Features$9,085$9,085$10,985$3,790$4,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,295$5,295$7,195$0$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,930-4,930-6,7070-978

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3

Model Year20062013
ModelSLKA3
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Hatch
Wheelbase95.7 in101.5 in
Length160.7 in168.7 in
Width70.4 in69.5 in
Height51.0 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,210 lb.3,264 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.2 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
6.5 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.8 ft354.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Total Requested30072%
Total Not Requested11528%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested50083%
Total Not Requested10017%
Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20025%
Total Not Requested60075%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Total Requested30072%
Total Not Requested11528%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested50083%
Total Not Requested10017%
Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20025%
Total Not Requested60075%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested50083%
Total Not Requested10017%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote200Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested80097%
Total Not Requested253%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested117574%
Total Not Requested40526%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers25Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Compass0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested30032%
Total Not Requested62568%
Titanium Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Door sill trim plates100No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40YR18 tires400No
Total Requested35041%
Total Not Requested50059%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested240100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0 TDI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote200Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested80097%
Total Not Requested253%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested117574%
Total Not Requested40526%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers25Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Compass0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested30032%
Total Not Requested62568%
Titanium Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Door sill trim plates100No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40YR18 tires400No
Total Requested35041%
Total Not Requested50059%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested240100%
Total Not Requested00%

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