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Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Price Comparison

Lexus IS vs Mercedes-Benz CLS Price Comparison:
Lexus IS vs Mercedes-Benz CLS Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the IS vs. CLS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the IS and CLS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus IS F's price is $24,520 lower than the Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the IS vs. CLS Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Lexus IS F, the Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG includes additional features worth $7825. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $7825 adjustment for the Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG's additional features, the Lexus IS F is $24,520 less than the Lexus IS F.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus IS F
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 24,520
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 22,852
Model Year20122012
ModelISCLS
TrimFCLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine416hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionT8T7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG15/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers300, 14610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)x-x-
Total Price68,200100,545
Adjustments for Features0-7,825
Feature-Adjusted Total Price68,20092,720
Total Invoice63,43593,569
Adjustments for Features0-7,282
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice63,43586,287

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Invoice Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Price Comparison (MSRP): Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

The 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.

Lowest Total Price: Lexus IS F
Difference: 32,345
Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus IS F
Difference: 30,134
Model Year20122012
ModelISCLS
TrimFCLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price61,30094,900
Base Invoice57,00988,257
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.3,925 
Adaptive cruise control1,500 
Obstacle detection, rear500970
Headlight washers100 
Driver Assistance Package 2,950
Illuminated door sill trim plates 850
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. 0
Adaptive cruise control 0
Obstacle detection, rear 902
Headlight washers 0
Driver Assistance Package 2,744
Illuminated door sill trim plates 791
Total options6,0254,770
Total options5,5514,437
Destination875875
Total Price68,200100,545
Total Invoice63,43593,569

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Lexus IS

Price of the Lexus IS: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20104dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		Price is definitely fair.
20014dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		Cheaper to buy than 3 series, much cheaper to own.
Price of the Lexus IS: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20104dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		Very high price for effciency, needs premium fuel
20084dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		After considering discounts, the IS-F was more expensive than the M3.
20074dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		Even this entry level Lexus was expensive compared to peers.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mercedes-Benz CLS

Price of the Mercedes-Benz CLS: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20084dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		$100K+ car

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Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year20122012
ModelISCLS
TrimFCLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$850 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $1450
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Parking guidance system - active $500
Proximity key$250 
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot intervention $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Driver drowsiness monitor $250
Front seat active head restraints $50
Lane departure prevention system $200
Lane departure warning system $300
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
HD radio $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Media drive, large $100
Residual heat $50
SD Card slot $25
Traffic + travel information$50 
Traffic information $50
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Chronometer $100
Compass $25
Fog light, rear $100
Fog lights$125 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Powertrain 
Automatic start / stop $300
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver $300
Folding second row seats $300
Massage, driver seat $100
Memory system, passenger seat $150
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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Suede-like headliner $1000
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1500
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical $750
Rear air springs, auto-leveling $400
Total Value of Features$3,615$11,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,825
Value of Feature Adjustments0-7,282

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Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year20122012
ModelISCLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.5 in113.2 in
Length180.1 in194.5 in
Width70.9 in74.1 in
Height56.1 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,780 lb.4,277 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in58.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.7 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom30.6 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
F

Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information50No
Total Requested95061%
Total Not Requested60039%

Option Package Details
CLS63 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested50050%
Total Not Requested50050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system400Yes
Lane departure warning system300No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed1200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system200No
Automatic braking, high-speed150Yes
Forward collision alert50Yes
Blind spot intervention200No
Total Requested60022%
Total Not Requested210078%

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What Our Members Are Saying about Lexus IS Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Lexus IS: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 It's a Lexus and the interior finishes are nice for this price point.
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Car feels very well put together. No rattles or squeaks. Gaps around the hood and doors are even and small.
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The IS250 all wheel drive has been flawless in 6100 miles (to date) in fit and finish.
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Smooth ride, no problems so far, liking it more the longer I own it.
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The doors close like a refrigerator, seriously.
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The car was well build and had not problems during the 15 months that we owned it.
2005 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Excellent interrior craftsmanship, leather is comfortable and sturdy; knobs/features are solid and not junky.
2002 4dr Wagon 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 No rattles! Doors solid and heavy. Gearshift lever has satisfying snick. Germanic feeling buttons and switches for a Japanese car. Good quality paint, wheels, etc. No steering, suspension or driveline wear is noticeable to date.
2002 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Lexus, need I say more? Feels like a much more expensive vehicle.
Materials and Workmanship of the Lexus IS: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 This is the Achilles heel to Lexus. The 2009 RX 350 and now our 2010 IS 250 both have lousy build and workmanship. Cheap, pieces falling off, cheesy interior. Very inferior to many other vehicles in same league. Last several years quality has cratered
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The leather was not as soft as in our previos Lexus. There is no wood trim. It is simply not as refined as Lexus is with most of their vehicles.

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What Our Members Are Saying about Mercedes-Benz CLS Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Mercedes-Benz CLS: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Flawless

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