Acura RLX Acura RLX 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS Mercedes-Benz CLS 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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.

Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $61,345

Acura RLX   
Difference: $20,745

Lowest Total Invoice: $56,078

Acura RLX   
Difference: $20,347

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420132013
ModelRLXCLSCLS
TrimBaseCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $48,450 $72,000 $95,900
Base Invoice $44,324 $66,960 $89,187
Advance Package 12,000    
Driver Assistance Package   2,950 2,950
Premium 1 Package   4,390 3,690
Obstacle detection, rear   970 970
Heated second row seats   625 625
Special order charge   250 250
Advance Package 10,859    
Driver Assistance Package   2,744 2,744
Premium 1 Package   4,083 3,432
Obstacle detection, rear   902 902
Heated second row seats   581 581
Special order charge   250 250
Options (change) 12,000 9,185 8,485
Options (change) 10,859 8,560 7,909
Destination 895 905 905
Total Price $61,345 $82,090 $105,290
Total Invoice $56,078 $76,425 $98,001

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Acura RLX dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz CLS dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura RLX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,280
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,121
Model Year201420132013
ModelRLXCLSCLS
TrimBaseCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine310hp V6402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionT6T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 14610, 14610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19255/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$61,345$82,090$105,290
Adjustments for Features0-3,465-5,065
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$61,345$78,625$100,225
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$21,600
Total Invoice$56,078$76,425$98,001
Adjustments for Features0-3,226-4,714
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$56,078$73,199$93,287
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$20,088

Return to top

Features Comparison: Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year201420132013
ModelRLXCLSCLS
TrimBaseCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0  
Power trunk closer $350$350
Semi-automated parking system $500$500
Sunshades, second row$125  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Lane departure prevention $150$150
Lane keeping assist$400  
Rear side airbags $300$300
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Rear seat pass-through$100  
Second-row low console $100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250  
Residual heat $50$50
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Laminated front side windows$200  
Laminated rear side windows$100  
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0  
DVD-compatible player $0$0
In-vehicle Internet $150$150
SD Card slot $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25 
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75  
Chronometer  $100
Compass $0$0
Cornering lights $50$50
Fog light, rear $100$100
Headlight washers $50$50
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver  $300
Folding second row seats  $300
Massage, driver seat  $100
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150
Metal pedals  $75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50$50
Synthetic suede headliner  $650
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1000$1000
Wood trim $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100  
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Rear air springs, auto-leveling  $350
Rear wheel steering$1500  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Total Value of Features$4,600$8,065$9,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,465$5,065
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,226-4,714

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year20142013
ModelRLXCLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in113.2 in
Length196.1 in194.5 in
Width74.4 in74.1 in
Height57.7 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,934 lb.4,159 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.6 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in58.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.5 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.8 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume15.3 ft315.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Acura RLX

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Lane keeping assist system400No
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Krell, 500W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Laminated front side windows200No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Woodgrain trim (optional)0No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Laminated rear side windows100No
245/40WR19 tires400No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested400070%
Total Not Requested170030%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165083%
Total Not Requested35017%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Total Requested157568%
Total Not Requested75032%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165083%
Total Not Requested35017%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100No
Total Requested125050%
Total Not Requested125050%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Acura models.