2019 Audi S3 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
When we compare the 2019 Audi S3's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi S3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi S3's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the 2019 Audi S3.
2019 Audi S3 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2019 Audi S3 ranges from $27,800 to $40,958 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $23,995 to $42,998.
2019 Audi S3 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi S3 loses 44.2 percent of its value and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Audi S3 retains 2.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2019 Audi S3 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S3 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Audi S3 being ranked 10 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 7 out of 36.
2019 Audi S3 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S3 is 6.6 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Audi S3’s base engine makes 288 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower. The S3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 421 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. This gives the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Audi S3. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Audi S3 and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27800 - 40958
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.442254
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23995 - 42998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Audi S3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S3 Rankings
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4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
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2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi S3 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 421 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3494 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
175.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3417 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17