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Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $53,140 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $23,350 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $49,496 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| Difference: $21,706 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SLK55 AMG | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $68,925 | $38,350 |
| Base Invoice | $64,100 | $35,666 |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,150 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 575 |
| Proximity key | 650 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,450 | |
| Sport Package | 650 | |
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | |
| AWD | 2,700 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,000 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 536 |
| Proximity key | 605 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,860 | |
| Sport Package | 606 | |
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | |
| AWD | 2,512 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | |
| Metal pedals | 182 | |
| Options (change) | 6,640 | 13,815 |
| Options (change) | 6,177 | 12,855 |
| Destination | 925 | 975 |
| Total Price | $76,490 | $53,140 |
| Total Invoice | $71,202 | $49,496 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,665 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,999 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SLK55 AMG | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 415hp V8 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 11 | 625, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $76,490 | $53,140 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -315 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $76,490 | $52,825 |
| Total Invoice | $71,202 | $49,496 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -293 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $71,202 | $49,203 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | SLK55 AMG | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Power convertible top | $4000 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,860 | $13,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -293 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,583 lb. | 3,824 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 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 | 6.4 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.1 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 915 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| 6-speed automated manual | 0 | No |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 220 hp@4500 258 lb-ft@1600 | 1000 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 625W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 2740 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 3400 | 55% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
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