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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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.
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $60,075 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $16,280 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $55,941 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| Difference: $15,135 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | E-Class |
| Trim | RS 3 | AMG E43 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $54,900 | $72,400 |
| Base Invoice | $51,058 | $67,332 |
| Technology Package | 3,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 720 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 420 |
| Cargo organizer | 75 | 300 |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 500 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Technology Package | 2,976 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 670 |
| Rear side airbags | 326 | 391 |
| Cargo organizer | 70 | 279 |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 465 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Options (change) | 4,200 | 3,030 |
| Options (change) | 3,908 | 2,819 |
| Destination | 975 | 925 |
| Total Price | $60,075 | $76,355 |
| Total Invoice | $55,941 | $71,076 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,315 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,444 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | E-Class |
| Trim | RS 3 | AMG E43 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 400hp I5 | 396hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 18/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 705, 14 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $60,075 | $76,355 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,965 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $60,075 | $72,390 |
| Total Invoice | $55,941 | $71,076 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,691 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $55,941 | $67,385 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | E-Class |
| Trim | RS 3 | AMG E43 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Vehicle-to-X (V2X) communication | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,900 | $11,865 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,965 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,691 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | A3 / S3 / RS3 | E-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 115.7 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,593 lb. | 4,145 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 RS 3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Performance meter | 150 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1665 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 30% |
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