Mercedes-Benz SLC vs. Audi A3
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz SLC's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz SLC has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz SLC's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the Audi A3 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz SLC.
Mercedes-Benz SLC vs. Audi A3 Pricing
A used 2019 Mercedes-Benz SLC ranges from $29,167 to $49,982 while a used 2019 Audi A3 is priced between $24,994 to $36,847.
Mercedes-Benz SLC vs. Audi A3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz SLC loses 44.6 percent of its value and the Audi A3 loses 45.1 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz SLC retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz SLC’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the Audi A3 base engine makes 184 horsepower. The SLC is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles.This gives the Audi A3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mercedes-Benz SLC the advantage in maximum range. The SLC uses premium unleaded, and the A3 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi A3, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz SLC, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29167 - 49982
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.446002
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24994 - 36847
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.450811
Mercedes-Benz SLC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.859123 / 10
Reliability:
8.818246 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz SLC Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 40Ranking
32 out of / 40Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz SLC Trim Levels
AMG SLC 43, SLC 300
Audi A3 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige, 2.0T Titanium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
241 hp @ 5550 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 509 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
48.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.7 inches
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
79.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3296 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
51.3 inches
Length:
162.8 inches
Wheelbase:
95.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3439 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
174.1 inches
Wheelbase:
102.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17