Lexus GX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Price Comparison


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For the Lexus GX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the GX vs. CLS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the GX and CLS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus GX 470's price is $44,624 lower than the Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus GX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus GX 470 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 44,624 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 45,093 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GX | CLS |
| Trim | 470 | CLS63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V8 | 507hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD w/4L | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/18 MPG | 12/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 240, 14 | 510, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/65-17 | 245/45-17 |
| Total Price | 52,716 | 99,660 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,320 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 52,716 | 97,340 |
| Total Invoice | 45,671 | 92,927 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,163 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 45,671 | 90,764 |
Invoice Comparison: Lexus GX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
Price Comparison (MSRP): Lexus GX 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 GX 470 | ||
| Difference: 46,944 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus GX 470 | ||
| Difference: 47,256 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GX | CLS |
| Trim | 470 | CLS63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 47,315 | 93,550 |
| Base Invoice | 41,164 | 87,002 |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 3,250 | |
| Satellite radio | 486 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 900 | |
| Premium Package 1 | 2,125 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 0 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 0 | |
| Premium Package 1 | 1,976 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | |
| Total options | 4,636 | 2,635 |
| Total options | 3,742 | 2,450 |
| Destination | 765 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | 52,716 | 99,660 |
| Total Invoice | 45,671 | 92,927 |
Features Comparison: Lexus GX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GX | CLS |
| Trim | 470 | CLS63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD w/low range | $2200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power decklid | $350 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake-initiated collision preparation system | $100 | |
| Compact spare tire | $75 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $350 | |
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated side glass | $300 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Skid plates | $150 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Altimeter | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Barometer | $25 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| 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 lumbar adjuster, 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 instrument panel, leather | $1500 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1250 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $400 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,495 | $9,815 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,320 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,163 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus GX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GX | CLS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 112.4 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 193.0 in |
| Width | 74.0 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 74.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,871 lb. | 4,069 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.2 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.8 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 35.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 36.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 56.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 24.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.7 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.5 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
470
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview monitor | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Mark Levinson, 240W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 41% |
Option Package Details
CLS63 AMG
| Premium Package 1 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled | 300 | No |
| Power sunshade, rear | 225 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 56% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Lexus GX
| Price of the Lexus GX: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Value for the money was not where I would expect. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mercedes-Benz CLS
| 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 |
