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Compare Audi S3 Sedan vs Mercedes-AMG CLA 35

Audi S3 Sedan
2023 Audi S3 Sedan
Select configuration:
$46,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Mercedes-AMG CLA 35
2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA 35
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$49,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
8.3 ft³
Trunk Volume
11.6 ft³

Photos

Audi S3 Sedan
2022-2023 Audi S3 Sedan Rear Angle View
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2020-2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA35 Side View
2020-2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA35 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
306 hp @ 5450 rpm
302 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,527 lbs
3,505 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
24 MPG
City
23 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
32 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.8 Tons/yr
7.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
13.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
333.5 miles
283.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
464 miles
391.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
177.3 in
184.8 in
Height
55.8 in
55.3 in
Max Width
71.5 in
72.2 in
Front Width
60.8 in
63.4 in
Rear Width
59.8 in
63.3 in
Wheelbase
103.6 in
107.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
41.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
36.8 in
38.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.8 in
55.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
33.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.6 in
35.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53 in
54 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
8.3 ft³
11.6 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.1 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/40YR18
P235/40HR18
Rear Tire
P225/40YR18
P235/40HR18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ibis White
  • Turbo Blue
  • Night Black
  • Polar White
  • Sun Yellow

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
  • Python Yellow Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
  • Cosmos Black Metallic
  • Denim Blue Metallic
  • Digital White Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Mountain Grey Metallic
  • Rose Gold Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red
  • MANUFAKTUR Mountain Grey Magno

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black w/Express Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Rock Gray, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Rock Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Steel Gray w/Anthracite, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Steel Gray w/Anthracite, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Red Stitching, MB-Tex/Microfiber Upholstery
  • Neva Grey/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • Bahia Brown, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Classic Red/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Titanium Grey/Black, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Parking
Standard
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Optional
Seat-Massage
Not Available
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Optional

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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