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Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $95,375 Audi A8 A8 | ||||
| Difference: $49,430 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $88,763 Audi A8 A8 | ||||
| Difference: $46,149 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A8 | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | A8 | SL600 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $78,750 | $139,100 | $135,000 | $194,700 |
| Base Invoice | $73,237 | $129,363 | $125,550 | $181,071 |
| Full Leather Package | 7,100 | |||
| Sunshades, second row, power | 750 | |||
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 3,000 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,230 | 2,230 | 2,230 | |
| Premium I Package | 3,050 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,140 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Full Leather Package | 6,604 | |||
| Sunshades, second row, power | 699 | |||
| Convenience Package | 2,698 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,860 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,790 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,074 | 2,074 | 2,074 | |
| Premium I Package | 2,836 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,060 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 15,750 | 2,230 | 6,420 | 2,230 |
| Options (change) | 14,651 | 2,074 | 5,970 | 2,074 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $95,375 | $144,805 | $144,895 | $200,405 |
| Total Invoice | $88,763 | $134,912 | $134,995 | $186,620 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A8 A8 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $46,070 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,018 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A8 | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | A8 | SL600 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 372hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 518hp V8 | 604hp V12 |
| Transmission | T8 | T5 | T7 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 630, 14 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $95,375 | $144,805 | $144,895 | $200,405 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,350 | -3,450 | -3,450 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $95,375 | $141,455 | $141,445 | $196,955 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10 | $0 | $55,510 |
| Total Invoice | $88,763 | $134,912 | $134,995 | $186,620 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,121 | -3,214 | -3,213 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $88,763 | $131,791 | $131,781 | $183,407 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10 | $0 | $51,626 |
Features Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | A8 | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | A8 | SL600 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | |||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,825 | $14,175 | $14,275 | $14,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,350 | $3,450 | $3,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,121 | -3,214 | -3,213 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | A8 | SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 117.8 in | 100.8 in |
| Length | 202.2 in | 180.4 in |
| Width | 76.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 51.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,410 lb. | 4,221 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A8 A8
| Full Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 94% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
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