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Acura TL vs. Cadillac ATS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura TL vs. Cadillac ATS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,880

Acura TL SH-AWD   
Difference: $5,065

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,159

Acura TL SH-AWD   
Difference: $5,349

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220182018
ModelTLATSATS
TrimSH-AWDPremium PerformanceATS-V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $39,255 $47,295 $60,995
Base Invoice $36,812 $44,930 $57,945
Technology Package 3,730    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   595 595
Cargo net   60 60
Luxury Package     2,500
Protection Package     0
Sunroof     1,050
Technology Package 3,452    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   530 530
Cargo net   53 53
Luxury Package     2,225
Protection Package     0
Sunroof     935
Options (change) 3,730 655 4,205
Options (change) 3,452 583 3,743
Destination 895 995 995
Total Price $43,880 $48,945 $66,195
Total Invoice $41,159 $46,508 $62,683

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura TL vs. Cadillac ATS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura TL SH-AWD
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,575
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,033
Model Year201220182018
ModelTLATSATS
TrimSH-AWDPremium PerformanceATS-V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine305hp V6335hp V6464hp V6
TransmissionT6T8M6
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 10?, 10?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/40-18255/35-18
Total Price$43,880$48,945$66,195
Adjustments for Features0-3,490-290
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,880$45,455$65,905
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$20,450
Total Invoice$41,159$46,508$62,683
Adjustments for Features0-3,316-275
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,159$43,192$62,408
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$19,216

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Features Comparison: Acura TL vs. Cadillac ATS

Model Year201220182018
ModelTLATSATS
TrimSH-AWDPremium PerformanceATS-V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300 
6-speed manual  $150
AWD$1700  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Active noise reduction $0$0
Electronic engine sound enhancement  $0
Heated steering wheel $100 
Remote app $25$25
Remote start $150 
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Blind spot warning system $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Following distance indicator $25 
Forward collision warning $200 
High performance brake pads (optional)  $0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Lane departure warning $200 
Lane keeping assist $400 
Obstacle detection, front $150$150
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250
Performance traction management  $250
Rear side airbags $300 
Safety key $5$5
Temporary spare tire$150  
Tire inflation kit (optional)  $0
Tires, run-flat $150 
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500 $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0 
Carbon fiber hood  $0
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Rear spoiler$200  
Tow hook(s), front $40$40
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
CD player$125  
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0  
HD radio $50$50
Media drive$15  
MP3-compatible player$50  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Traffic + travel information$25  
Traffic information $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Wireless charging station $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Auto-dimming headlights $200 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Boost gauge  $75
Fog lights$125  
Head-up display (HUD) $350 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25  
Steering-linked headlights $150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber trim  $200
Coordinated climate control, front seats $0$0
Folding second row seats $300$300
Leather door panel trim$250  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Metal pedals $75$75
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300
Wood trim $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$5,305$8,795$5,595
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,490$290
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,316-275

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Specifications Comparison: Acura TL vs. Cadillac ATS

Model Year20122018
ModelTLATS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in109.3 in
Length194.0 in182.8 in
Width74.0 in71.1 in
Height57.2 in55.9 in
Curb Weight3,727 lb.3,374 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.2 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.2 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in52.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft310.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Acura TL SH-AWD

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Navigation system600Yes
Rear spoiler200No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
ELS, 440W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested160073%
Total Not Requested59027%

Option Package Details
Cadillac ATS ATS-V

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Metal pedals75No
Bose, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested165064%
Total Not Requested92536%
Protection Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Tow hook(s), front40No
Tire inflation kit (optional)0No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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