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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A3 / S3 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 SLS AMG vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,845 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||
| Difference: $154,830 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,843 Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||
| Difference: $144,105 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | SLS AMG | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $196,100 | $36,600 | $39,600 |
| Base Invoice | $182,373 | $34,038 | $36,828 |
| Technology Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | |
| Cargo net | 150 | 150 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | 195 | |
| Technology Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | |
| Cargo net | 139 | 139 | |
| Metal pedals | 181 | 181 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 6,320 | 6,320 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 5,880 | 5,880 |
| Destination | 875 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $198,675 | $43,845 | $46,845 |
| Total Invoice | $184,948 | $40,843 | $43,633 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $151,050 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $140,586 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | SLS AMG | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 563hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 140, 9 | 140, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/35-19 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $198,675 | $43,845 | $46,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,780 | 0 | -1,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $194,895 | $43,845 | $45,295 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,450 |
| Total Invoice | $184,948 | $40,843 | $43,633 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,519 | 0 | -1,444 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $181,429 | $40,843 | $42,189 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,346 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | SLS AMG | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | Base | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished fuel door | $100 | ||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,255 | $3,475 | $5,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,780 | $0 | $1,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,519 | 0 | -1,444 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | SLS AMG | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 105.5 in | 102.2 in |
| Length | 182.6 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 76.3 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 49.7 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,662 lb. | 3,397 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 63.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 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 | 6.1 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.1 | 9.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 32% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 32% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
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