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Acura TLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura TLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,750

Acura TLX V6 A-Spec   
Difference: $65

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,812

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $764

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820142014
ModelTLXTLXCLACLA
TrimV6V6 A-SpecCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $36,200 $42,800 $29,900 $47,450
Base Invoice $34,374 $40,626 $27,807 $44,129
Advance Package 7,550      
Obstacle detection, rear     970 970
Driver Assistance Package     2,500 2,500
Multimedia Package     2,370 2,370
Premium 1 Package     2,300 2,300
Interior Package     1,500 1,500
Sunroof, large     1,480 1,480
Rear spoiler     300 300
Metallic paint (extra cost)     720 720
Xenon HID headlights     850  
Wheels, dark finish       850
Black exterior trim (optional)       750
Advance Package 7,152      
Obstacle detection, rear     902 902
Driver Assistance Package     2,325 2,325
Multimedia Package     2,204 2,204
Premium 1 Package     2,139 2,139
Interior Package     1,395 1,395
Sunroof, large     1,376 1,376
Rear spoiler     279 279
Metallic paint (extra cost)     669 669
Xenon HID headlights     791  
Wheels, dark finish       791
Black exterior trim (optional)       698
Options (change) 7,550 0 12,990 13,740
Options (change) 7,152 0 12,080 12,778
Destination 950 950 925 925
Total Price $44,700 $43,750 $43,815 $62,115
Total Invoice $42,476 $41,576 $40,812 $57,832

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura TLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura TLX V6
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,365
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,424
Model Year2018201820142014
ModelTLXTLXCLACLA
TrimV6V6 A-SpecCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6290hp V6208hp I4355hp I4
TransmissionT9T9S7S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)490, 10490, 10450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/40-19225/45-17235/35-19
Total Price$44,700$43,750$43,815$62,115
Adjustments for Features-3,250-2,2500-2,625
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,450$41,500$43,815$59,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$0$15,675
Total Invoice$42,476$41,576$40,812$57,832
Adjustments for Features-3,088-2,1380-2,444
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,388$39,438$40,812$55,388
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$0$14,576

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Features Comparison: Acura TLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year2018201820142014
ModelTLXTLXCLACLA
TrimV6V6 A-SpecCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400  
7-speed automated manual  $1200$1200
FWD$0$0$0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0$0  
Heated steering wheel$100   
Proximity key$250$250  
Remote app  $25$25
Remote start$150$150  
Semi-automated parking system  $500$500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras$500   
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100  
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Lane keeping assist$400$400  
Pedestrian detection$50$50  
Rearview camera $200$200$200
Tires, run-flat  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 $100
Wide-view rear camera$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$150 $150
Console without shifter  $150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Climate Control 
Electrically heated windshield$250   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150
Dual-mode exhaust   $250
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0 $0
Body kit $0 $0
Front splitter spoiler   $200
Sunroof$900$900  
Sunroof, large  $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
CD player$125$125  
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0  
DVD-compatible player  $0$0
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150
SD Card slot  $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
Wireless charging station$75$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 $75$75
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75   
Chronometer   $100
Compass$0$0  
Fog light, rear  $100$100
Fog lights$125$125  
LED headlights$1000$1000  
Power-folding mirrors$50   
Spotter mirror(s) $50  
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300  
Heated second row seats$200   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$150
Metal pedals   $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Upgraded floor mats$0$0  
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100  
Alloy wheels  $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Machined alloy wheels$350$350  
Performance steering system (optional) $0 $0
Rear wheel steering$1500$1500  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0
Wheels, dark finish $0 $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Total Value of Features$9,550$8,550$6,300$8,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,250$2,250$0$2,625
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,088-2,1380-2,444

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Specifications Comparison: Acura TLX vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20182014
ModelTLXCLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in106.3 in
Length191.7 in182.3 in
Width73.0 in70.0 in
Height57.0 in56.6 in
Curb Weight3,506 lb.3,263 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.4 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume14.3 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Acura TLX V6

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Electrically heated windshield250No
Around view cameras300No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Fog lights125No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
ELS, 490W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested304057%
Total Not Requested227543%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
LED tail lights (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested94084%
Total Not Requested17516%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested132576%
Total Not Requested42524%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested96573%
Total Not Requested35027%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Alloy wheels, dark finish
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels, dark finish0Yes
235/35YR19 tires400No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested94084%
Total Not Requested17516%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested132576%
Total Not Requested42524%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested96573%
Total Not Requested35027%

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