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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $66,095

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350   
Difference: $14,045

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152015201520162016
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMGBaseS
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $49,800 $48,300 $62,900 $98,400 $52,600 $64,100
Premium 1 Package 4,030 4,030        
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970      
Lighting Package 1,390 1,390 1,390      
designo Package 4,900 4,900 4,200      
Driver Assistance Package 2,800 2,800 2,800 1,950    
Multicontour front seats 1,100 1,100 1,100 1,100    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 310 310     825 825
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720   710 710
Proximity key 650 650        
Synthetic suede headliner       1,920 1,180 1,180
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       590 1,250 1,250
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed         2,170 2,170
Infotainment Package         3,990 3,990
Adaptive sport seats plus         3,825 3,825
Premium Package Plus         3,620 2,950
Upholstered instrument panel, leather         2,160 2,160
Adaptive dampers - electrical         1,790 1,790
Wood trim         1,790 1,790
Rearview camera         1,515 1,515
Auto-dimming headlights         520 520
Rear wiper         360 360
Power-folding mirrors         320 320
Voice control for nav and audio         520 520
Bose 505W 10 speakers           0
Premium 1 Package 3,748 3,748        
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902      
Lighting Package 1,293 1,293 1,293      
designo Package 4,557 4,557 3,906      
Driver Assistance Package 2,604 2,604 2,744 1,814    
Multicontour front seats 1,023 1,023 1,023 1,023    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 288 288     0 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670   0 0
Proximity key 605 605        
Synthetic suede headliner       1,786 0 0
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       549 0 0
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed         0 0
Infotainment Package         0 0
Adaptive sport seats plus         0 0
Premium Package Plus         0 0
Upholstered instrument panel, leather         0 0
Adaptive dampers - electrical         0 0
Wood trim         0 0
Rearview camera         0 0
Auto-dimming headlights         0 0
Rear wiper         0 0
Power-folding mirrors         0 0
Voice control for nav and audio         0 0
Bose 505W 10 speakers           0
Options (change) 16,870 16,870 11,180 5,560 26,545 25,875
Options (change) 15,690 15,690 10,538 5,172 0 0
Destination 925 925 925 925 995 995
Total Price $67,595 $66,095 $75,005 $104,885 $80,140 $90,970

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML250 BlueTEC
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $55,220
Model Year201520152015201520162016
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMGBaseS
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4 D302hp V6329hp V6518hp V8275hp H6325hp H6
TransmissionT7T7T7T7M6M6
DrivetrainAWDRWDAWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8830, 14830, 14235, 9445, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/55-18255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20235/45-18235/40-19
Total Price$67,595$66,095$75,005$104,885$80,140$90,970
Adjustments for Features-7,215-5,515-7,465-10,5650-250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$60,380$60,580$67,540$94,320$80,140$90,720
Cost Above Minimum$0$200$7,160$33,940$0$10,580

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Model Year201520152015201520162016
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMGBaseS
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200  
6-speed manual    $150$150
AWD$1700 $1700$1700  
RWD $0  $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100  
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row   $75  
Heated steering wheel    $100$100
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350  
Power rear side windows$200$200$200$200  
Remote app$25$25$25$25  
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15  
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0  
Around view cameras   $500  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200  
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150  
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200$200  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150  
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250  
Knee airbag, passenger    $75$75
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150$150  
Lane departure warning$200$200$200$200  
Rearview camera$200$200$200 $200$200
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50  
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150  
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25  
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails$250$250$250$250  
Cargo area partition net$40$40$40$40  
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75  
Cargo net    $40$40
Console with shifter    $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150  
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100   
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250  
Water-repellent front-door glass    $15$15
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration    $0$0
Regenerative braking    $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit   $0  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275  
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia$0$0$0   
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia$0$0$0   
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40$40  
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200  
Retractable rear spoiler    $400$400
Sunroof$900$900$900$900  
Infotainment 
DVD-Audio-compatible player    $0$0
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0  
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150  
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0  
Off-road navigation system    $0$0
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25  
Surround sound  $250$250 $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225  
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25  
Traffic information    $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75$75
Chronometer   $100  
Compass$0$0$0$0  
Fog lights    $125$125
Interior ambient lighting    $150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300$300$300
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300  
Massage, driver seat$100$100$100$100  
Massage, passenger seat$100$100$100$100  
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150  
Metal pedals   $75$75$75
No leather in second row    $-300$-300
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50  
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat    $100$100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat    $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars   $500  
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100$100   
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable   $1000  
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200  
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100  
Total Value of Features$9,495$7,795$9,745$12,845$2,280$2,530
Value of Feature Adjustments$7,215$5,515$7,465$10,565$0$250
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,717-5,134-6,963-9,8320-3

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Model Year20152016
ModelM-ClassCayman
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase114.8 in97.4 in
Length189.1 in172.4 in
Width75.2 in70.9 in
Height70.7 in50.9 in
Curb Weight4,752 lb.2,889 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
36.2 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
71.0 ft315.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML250 BlueTEC

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested181588%
Total Not Requested25012%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested310094%
Total Not Requested2006%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested90050%
Total Not Requested90050%
Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65062%
Total Not Requested40038%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested181588%
Total Not Requested25012%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested310094%
Total Not Requested2006%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested90050%
Total Not Requested90050%
Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65062%
Total Not Requested40038%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML400

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather700Yes
Total Requested190090%
Total Not Requested20010%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested90064%
Total Not Requested50036%
Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65062%
Total Not Requested40038%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested90064%
Total Not Requested50036%
Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested40067%
Total Not Requested20033%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather800Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested27573%
Total Not Requested10027%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
HD radio50Yes
Unbranded, 235W, 9 speakers350No
Total Requested91572%
Total Not Requested35028%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested160089%
Total Not Requested20011%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested240097%
Total Not Requested753%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather800Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Rearview camera
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested27573%
Total Not Requested10027%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
HD radio50Yes
Total Requested915100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested160089%
Total Not Requested20011%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested190096%
Total Not Requested754%

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