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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Acura RDX Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Acura RDX features right here.

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Acura RDX

  

Model Year 2009 2009 2009 2009 2017
Model S-Class S-Class S-Class S-Class RDX
Trim S550 S63 AMG S600 S65 AMG Base
Engines  
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
382 hp@6000
391 lb-ft@2800
 5.5L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>382 hp@6000 <br>391 lb-ft@2800 is a standard feature.        
turbocharged
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
577 hp@5500
664 lb-ft@2000
  turbocharged<br> 5.5L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>577 hp@5500 <br>664 lb-ft@2000 is a standard feature.      
turbocharged
6.0L V12
OHC-3v
523 hp@4900
612 lb-ft@1900
    turbocharged<br> 6.0L V12<br>OHC-3v<br>523 hp@4900 <br>612 lb-ft@1900 is a standard feature.    
turbocharged
6.0L V12
OHC-3v
621 hp@5250
664 lb-ft@2000
      turbocharged<br> 6.0L V12<br>OHC-3v<br>621 hp@5250 <br>664 lb-ft@2000 is a standard feature.  
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
279 hp@6200
252 lb-ft@4900
         3.5L V6<br>OHC-4v<br>279 hp@6200 <br>252 lb-ft@4900 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.      
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic     5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic         6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.
Drivetrains  
RWD RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature.  
AWD AWD is an optional feature.       AWD is an optional feature.
FWD         FWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
255/45HR18 tires 255/45HR18 tires is a standard feature.        
255/40ZR19 tires 255/40ZR19 tires is an optional feature.   255/40ZR19 tires is an optional feature.    
275/40ZR19 tires 275/40ZR19 tires is an optional feature.   275/40ZR19 tires is an optional feature.    
275/35ZR20 tires   275/35ZR20 tires is a standard feature.   275/35ZR20 tires is a standard feature.  
255/35ZR20 tires   255/35ZR20 tires is a standard feature.   255/35ZR20 tires is a standard feature.  
255/45ZR18 tires     255/45ZR18 tires is a standard feature.    
275/45ZR18 tires     275/45ZR18 tires is a standard feature.    
235/60VR18 tires         235/60VR18 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) Harman/Kardon, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Harman/Kardon, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Harman/Kardon, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Harman/Kardon, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.  
Unbranded, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)         Unbranded, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)         ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
Active noise reductionCancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers.           Active noise reduction is a standard feature.
Cancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers.
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.   Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is a standard feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is a standard feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature.
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Cruise control          
First-aid kit First-aid kit is a standard feature. First-aid kit is a standard feature. First-aid kit is a standard feature. First-aid kit is a standard feature.  
Heated steering wheel Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is a standard feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature.  
Parking guidance system - passiveIndicates best and actual steering angle while parking car.   Parking guidance system - passive is an optional feature. Parking guidance system - passive is an optional feature. Parking guidance system - passive is a standard feature. Parking guidance system - passive is a standard feature.  
Indicates best and actual steering angle while parking car.
Power door closersPulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.   Power door closers is a standard feature. Power door closers is a standard feature. Power door closers is a standard feature. Power door closers is a standard feature.  
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power liftgateLiftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.           Power liftgate is a standard feature.
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Power trunk / liftgate pull-downPulls decklid / liftgate tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.            
Pulls decklid / liftgate tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power trunk closerDecklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.   Power trunk closer is an optional feature. Power trunk closer is a standard feature. Power trunk closer is a standard feature. Power trunk closer is a standard feature.  
Decklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.           Remote start is an optional feature.
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.   Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature. Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature. Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature. Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature.  
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second row, powerGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades.   Sunshades, second row, power is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row, power is a standard feature. Sunshades, second row, power is a standard feature. Sunshades, second row, power is a standard feature.  
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual         Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.  
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.           Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatic braking, high-speed or partialIf collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.   Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is an optional feature. Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is an optional feature. Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is a standard feature. Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is a standard feature. Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is an optional feature.
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.
Automatic braking, low-speedAutomatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.           Automatic braking, low-speed is an optional feature.
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.   Blind spot warning system is an optional feature. Blind spot warning system is an optional feature. Blind spot warning system is a standard feature. Blind spot warning system is a standard feature. Blind spot warning system is an optional feature.
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation systemPrepares seat belts for use when heavy braking or the yaw sensor suggests an imminent collision. Might also prep the brakes or roll up the windows.   Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system is a standard feature. Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system is a standard feature.      
Prepares seat belts for use when heavy braking or the yaw sensor suggests an imminent collision. Might also prep the brakes or roll up the windows.
Cross-traffic warning, rearWarns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.           Cross-traffic warning, rear is an optional feature.
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.   Forward collision warning is an optional feature. Forward collision warning is an optional feature. Forward collision warning is a standard feature. Forward collision warning is a standard feature. Forward collision warning is an optional feature.
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.   Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature.
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.           Lane departure warning is an optional feature.
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Lane keeping assistProactively helps keep the car centered inside a detected lane via steering assistance.           Lane keeping assist is an optional feature.
Proactively helps keep the car centered inside a detected lane via steering assistance.
Night visionCreates infrared-based image of the road ahead.   Night vision is an optional feature. Night vision is an optional feature. Night vision is a standard feature. Night vision is a standard feature.  
Creates infrared-based image of the road ahead.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature.
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Pedestrian detectionWarns driver of pedestrians in path of car.           Pedestrian detection is an optional feature.
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Performance braking system (optional) is a standard feature.   Performance braking system (optional) is a standard feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat   Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature. Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature. Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is a standard feature. Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is a standard feature. Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature.
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.   Rear side airbags is a standard feature. Rear side airbags is a standard feature. Rear side airbags is a standard feature. Rear side airbags is a standard feature.  
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.   Rearview camera is an optional feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature.
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Wide-view rear cameraWide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very rear of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets. A second selectable view.           Wide-view rear camera is a standard feature.
Wide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very rear of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets. A second selectable view.
Cargo Management  
Air-conditioned storage compartment Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature.  
Cargo cover         Cargo cover is a standard feature.
Cargo net Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature.  
Console with shifter         Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Console without shifter Console without shifter is a standard feature. Console without shifter is a standard feature. Console without shifter is a standard feature. Console without shifter is a standard feature.  
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.   Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.  
Usually part of an overhead console.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.           Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Storage compartment under front seat(s) Storage compartment under front seat(s) is a standard feature. Storage compartment under front seat(s) is a standard feature. Storage compartment under front seat(s) is a standard feature. Storage compartment under front seat(s) is a standard feature.  
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.   Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature.  
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature.  
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.   Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is an optional feature.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.           Rear air vents is a standard feature.
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with automatic controlsMaintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.   Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is a standard feature.  
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear dual-zone climate controlRequires and does not include the value of rear air vents.   Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.  
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper         Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.   Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature.  
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.            
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.            
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Wiper de-icerHeating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.   Wiper de-icer is a standard feature. Wiper de-icer is a standard feature. Wiper de-icer is a standard feature. Wiper de-icer is a standard feature.  
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.
Drivetrain  
Limited-slip rear differentialWhen one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.     Limited-slip rear differential is an optional feature.      
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Engine / Motor  
Raised top speed limiterPermits a higher top speed before fuel cutoff kicks in.     Raised top speed limiter is an optional feature.      
Permits a higher top speed before fuel cutoff kicks in.
Exterior  
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.   Body kit is an optional feature. Body kit is a standard feature.   Body kit is a standard feature.  
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Bodyside claddingProtective cladding extending partly onto the doors.           Bodyside cladding is a standard feature.
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Deep-tinted rear windows         Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.
Heat-reflective glassMirrored glass relects sun and thus heat away from the interior.   Heat-reflective glass is a standard feature. Heat-reflective glass is a standard feature. Heat-reflective glass is a standard feature. Heat-reflective glass is a standard feature.  
Mirrored glass relects sun and thus heat away from the interior.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.   Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature.  
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.   Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature. Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature. Panoramic sunroof is a standard feature. Panoramic sunroof is a standard feature.  
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.           Rear spoiler is a standard feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Sunroof         Sunroof is a standard feature.
Gas Guzzler Tax  
1000 1000 is a standard feature. 1000 is a standard feature. 1000 is a standard feature. 1000 is a standard feature.  
1300 1300 is an optional feature.        
3000   3000 is a standard feature. 3000 is a standard feature. 3000 is a standard feature.  
Infotainment  
A/V input jacksJacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.   A/V input jacks is a standard feature. A/V input jacks is a standard feature. A/V input jacks is a standard feature. A/V input jacks is a standard feature.  
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.
App supportTouchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.            App support is a standard feature.
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.           Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.           Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature.
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.           Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.   CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.  
Includes CD player.
CD player         CD player is a standard feature.
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.   DVD-Audio-compatible player is a standard feature. DVD-Audio-compatible player is a standard feature. DVD-Audio-compatible player is a standard feature. DVD-Audio-compatible player is a standard feature. DVD-Audio-compatible player is an optional feature.
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.           HD radio is an optional feature.
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
iPod integrationIntegrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.   iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature.  
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
Media driveBuilt-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.           Media drive is an optional feature.
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SD Card slotSD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.   SD Card slot is a standard feature. SD Card slot is a standard feature. SD Card slot is a standard feature. SD Card slot is a standard feature.  
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.
Siri Eyes Free supportActivate Siri using button on steering wheel. Make calls, hear and dictate texts and email, manage calendar, turn-by-turn nav. Requires iPhone 4S or higher.            Siri Eyes Free support is a standard feature.
Activate Siri using button on steering wheel. Make calls, hear and dictate texts and email, manage calendar, turn-by-turn nav. Requires iPhone 4S or higher.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.           SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is an optional feature.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature.
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic + travel informationInformation about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.           Traffic + travel information is an optional feature.
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.           USB port is a standard feature.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Weatherband radioIncludes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.   Weatherband radio is a standard feature. Weatherband radio is a standard feature. Weatherband radio is a standard feature. Weatherband radio is a standard feature.  
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Analog clock Analog clock is a standard feature.        
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature.
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.           Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature.
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
ChronometerStopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock.     Chronometer is a standard feature. Chronometer is a standard feature. Chronometer is a standard feature.  
Stopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.           Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Cornering lightsLights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.   Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature.  
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.
Digital instruments Digital instruments is a standard feature. Digital instruments is a standard feature. Digital instruments is a standard feature. Digital instruments is a standard feature.  
Fog light, rearMake it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.   Fog light, rear is a standard feature. Fog light, rear is a standard feature. Fog light, rear is a standard feature. Fog light, rear is a standard feature.  
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is an optional feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Headlight washers Headlight washers is a standard feature. Headlight washers is a standard feature. Headlight washers is a standard feature. Headlight washers is a standard feature.  
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat is a standard feature. Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat is a standard feature. Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat is a standard feature. Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat is a standard feature.  
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
LED headlightsLED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.           LED headlights is a standard feature.
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.
LED tail lightsOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.           LED tail lights is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.  
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.   Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature.  
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Spotter mirror(s)Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.           Spotter mirror(s) is a standard feature.
Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.  
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.  
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets         Front buckets is a standard feature.
Front sport buckets Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature.  
Second-row 3-person bench Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature.      
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench         Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.  
Automatic seat bolsters, driverThe outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.   Automatic seat bolsters, driver is an optional feature. Automatic seat bolsters, driver is a standard feature. Automatic seat bolsters, driver is a standard feature. Automatic seat bolsters, driver is a standard feature.  
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.
Automatic seat bolsters, front passengerThe outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.   Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger is an optional feature. Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger is a standard feature. Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger is a standard feature. Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger is a standard feature.  
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is a standard feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is a standard feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is a standard feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.
Cooled or ventilated second row seats Cooled or ventilated second row seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated second row seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated second row seats is a standard feature. Cooled or ventilated second row seats is a standard feature.  
Door sill trim plates         Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.           Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is a standard feature. Heated second row seats is a standard feature.  
Illuminated door sill trim plates Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature.  
Leather door panel trim Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.  
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Massage, driver seatPower lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.   Massage, driver seat is an optional feature. Massage, driver seat is a standard feature. Massage, driver seat is a standard feature. Massage, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Power lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.
Massage, passenger seatPower lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.   Massage, passenger seat is an optional feature. Massage, passenger seat is a standard feature. Massage, passenger seat is a standard feature. Massage, passenger seat is a standard feature.  
Power lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Memory system, passenger seat Memory system, passenger seat is a standard feature. Memory system, passenger seat is a standard feature. Memory system, passenger seat is a standard feature. Memory system, passenger seat is a standard feature.  
Memory system, second row seats Memory system, second row seats is an optional feature. Memory system, second row seats is an optional feature. Memory system, second row seats is a standard feature. Memory system, second row seats is a standard feature.  
Metal pedals   Metal pedals is a standard feature.      
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.  
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.  
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature. Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature. Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature.  
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.           Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.            
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, second row seats Power recliner, second row seats is an optional feature. Power recliner, second row seats is an optional feature. Power recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Power recliner, second row seats is a standard feature.  
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row Power seat belt height adjusters, front row is a standard feature. Power seat belt height adjusters, front row is a standard feature. Power seat belt height adjusters, front row is a standard feature. Power seat belt height adjusters, front row is a standard feature.  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.  
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, second row seatsPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature.  
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power-folding headrests, second row seatsFold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.   Power-folding headrests, second row seats is a standard feature. Power-folding headrests, second row seats is a standard feature. Power-folding headrests, second row seats is a standard feature. Power-folding headrests, second row seats is a standard feature.  
Fold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.
Special interior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Special interior trim is an optional feature.        
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.           Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Synthetic suede headlinerUsually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.   Synthetic suede headliner is an optional feature. Synthetic suede headliner is a standard feature. Synthetic suede headliner is a standard feature. Synthetic suede headliner is a standard feature.  
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.   Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature.        
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather is a standard feature. Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather is a standard feature.      
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     Upholstered instrument panel, leather is a standard feature. Upholstered instrument panel, leather is a standard feature.  
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature.  
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.   Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.   Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.    
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.            
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Adaptive dampers - mechanicalShocks mechanically adjust firmness based on direct road inputs. Not driver adjustable.           Adaptive dampers - mechanical is a standard feature.
Shocks mechanically adjust firmness based on direct road inputs. Not driver adjustable.
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustableHydraulic semi-active struts severely reduce body roll in turns and can be used to adjust the ride height.   Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable is an optional feature. Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable is a standard feature. Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable is a standard feature. Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable is a standard feature.  
Hydraulic semi-active struts severely reduce body roll in turns and can be used to adjust the ride height.
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustableAir springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.            
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
All-season tires         All-season tires is a standard feature.
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature.   Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.  
Alloy wheels, optional designSame value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.     Alloy wheels, optional design is an optional feature.      
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.
Machined alloy wheelsOuter surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.           Machined alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Sport suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.   Sport suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.   Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature.
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

Sport Package

Features
Body kit
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)
275/40ZR19 tires

Premium Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Power trunk closer

Premium Package

Features
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Proximity key

Rear Seat Package

Features
Rear dual-zone climate control
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats
Heated second row seats
Cooled or ventilated second row seats
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Power recliner, second row seats
Memory system, second row seats
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench

Drive Dynamic Seats

Features
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Automatic seat bolsters, driver
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger
Massage, driver seat
Massage, passenger seat

designo Edition

Features
Special interior trim
Synthetic suede headliner

Rear Seat Package

Features
Rear dual-zone climate control
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats
Heated second row seats
Cooled or ventilated second row seats
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Power recliner, second row seats
Memory system, second row seats
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench

AMG Performance Package

Features
Limited-slip rear differential
Alloy wheels, optional design
Raised top speed limiter

Technology Package

Features
Surround sound
Voice control for nav and audio
HD radio
Blind spot warning system
Media drive
Traffic + travel information
Cross-traffic warning, rear
Navigation system
Leather seating surfaces
Telematics service, such as OnStar
DVD-Audio-compatible player
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)

AcuraWatch Plus Package

Features
Pedestrian detection
Lane keeping assist
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Lane departure warning
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
Automatic braking, low-speed
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial
Forward collision warning

Advance Package

Features
Remote start
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Rain-sensing wipers
Fog lights
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
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