Lexus CT vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Price Comparison


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For the Lexus CT vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the CT vs. CLS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the CT and CLS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus CT 200h Premium's price is $55,995 lower than the Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus CT vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus CT 200h Premium | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 55,995 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 51,717 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | CT | CLS |
| Trim | 200h Premium | CLS63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 98hp I4 H | 507hp V8 |
| Transmission | CVT | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 43/40 MPG | 12/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 10 | 510, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 245/45-17 |
| Total Price | 41,215 | 104,195 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,985 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 41,215 | 97,210 |
| Total Invoice | 38,916 | 97,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,512 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 38,916 | 90,633 |
Invoice Comparison: Lexus CT vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
Price Comparison (MSRP): Lexus CT vs. Mercedes-Benz CLSThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: Lexus CT 200h Premium | ||
| Difference: 62,980 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus CT 200h Premium | ||
| Difference: 58,229 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | CT | CLS |
| Trim | 200h Premium | CLS63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 31,750 | 93,550 |
| Base Invoice | 30,133 | 87,002 |
| F Sport Package | 1,000 | |
| Leather Package | 1,330 | |
| Premium Audio Package | 1,100 | |
| Navigation Package | 2,445 | |
| LED headlights | 1,215 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,500 | 2,200 |
| Premium Package 2 | 4,035 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | |
| iPod integration | 425 | |
| F Sport Package | 0 | |
| Leather Package | 0 | |
| Premium Audio Package | 0 | |
| Navigation Package | 0 | |
| LED headlights | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,046 | |
| Premium Package 2 | 3,753 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | |
| iPod integration | 395 | |
| Total options | 8,590 | 7,170 |
| Total options | 7,908 | 6,668 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | 41,215 | 104,195 |
| Total Invoice | 38,916 | 97,145 |
Features Comparison: Lexus CT vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | CT | CLS |
| Trim | 200h Premium | CLS63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| CVT | $1000 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Power decklid | $350 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake-initiated collision preparation system | $100 | |
| Forward collision alert | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $100 | |
| Radar-based collision preparation system | $500 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $350 | |
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1200 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $300 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Suede-like headliner | $1000 | |
| Suede-like inserts in leather seats | $0 | |
| Suede-like steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1500 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | $750 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1250 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,330 | $12,315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,985 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,512 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus CT vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | CT | CLS |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.4 in |
| Length | 170.1 in | 193.0 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 54.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,130 lb. | 4,069 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.6 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.8 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.9 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
200h Premium
| F Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Larger rear spoiler | 0 | No |
| Unique exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Unique interior trim | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
| Premium Audio Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | No |
| Unbranded, 10 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 45% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 350 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 19% |
Option Package Details
CLS63 AMG
| Premium Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Keyless access and ignition | 250 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled | 300 | No |
| Power sunshade, rear | 225 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 41% |
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| Price of the Mercedes-Benz CLS: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
$100K+ car |
