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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: $36,195 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $21,100 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,725 Audi A3 2.0T | |||||
| Difference: $19,624 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $47,000 | $59,200 | $72,600 | $27,270 | $30,250 |
| Base Invoice | $43,710 | $55,056 | $67,518 | $25,361 | $28,134 |
| Premium 2 Package | 4,490 | 4,490 | 3,050 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,390 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 475 | 475 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| 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 | |||
| iPod integration | -200 | -200 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 4,175 | 4,175 | 2,837 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,153 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 443 | 443 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,860 | |||
| 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 | |||
| iPod integration | -186 | -186 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,370 | 5,210 | 3,770 | 8,050 | 8,050 |
| Options (change) | 8,714 | 4,845 | 3,507 | 7,489 | 7,489 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $57,295 | $65,335 | $77,295 | $36,195 | $39,175 |
| Total Invoice | $53,349 | $60,826 | $71,950 | $33,725 | $36,498 |
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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: $10,415 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,675 | |||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T9 | T7 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $57,295 | $65,335 | $77,295 | $36,195 | $39,175 |
| Adjustments for Features | -10,685 | -10,485 | -11,335 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,610 | $54,850 | $65,960 | $36,195 | $38,125 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,240 | $19,350 | $0 | $1,930 |
| Total Invoice | $53,349 | $60,826 | $71,950 | $33,725 | $36,498 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,949 | -9,761 | -10,551 | 0 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,400 | $51,065 | $61,399 | $33,725 | $35,520 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,665 | $17,999 | $0 | $1,795 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 | 2.0T | 2.0 TDI |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $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 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,025 | $12,825 | $13,675 | $2,340 | $3,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $10,685 | $10,485 | $11,335 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -9,949 | -9,761 | -10,551 | 0 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | A3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,242 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 54.3 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 | 6.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.1 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK300
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 915 | 39% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 915 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK AMG SLK55
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 34% |
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 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 105 | 7% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 375 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 62% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| 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% |
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 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 105 | 7% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 375 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 62% |
| Titanium Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| 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% |
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