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BMW 4-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about BMW 4-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class features right here.

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Features Comparison: BMW 4-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

  

Model Year 2014 2014 2008 2008 2008
Model 4-Series 4-Series E-Class E-Class E-Class
Trim 428i 435i E350 / E320 E550 E63 AMG
Engines  
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@5000
260 lb-ft@1250
turbocharged<br> 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>240 hp@5000 <br>260 lb-ft@1250 is a standard feature.        
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300
  turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature.      
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
     3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>268 hp@6000 <br>258 lb-ft@2400 is a standard feature.    
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
241 hp@3600
443 lb-ft@1600
    turbocharged<br> 3.0L V6 Diesel<br>DOHC-4v<br>241 hp@3600 <br>443 lb-ft@1600 is an optional feature.    
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.  
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
507 hp@6800
465 lb-ft@5200
         6.2L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>507 hp@6800 <br>465 lb-ft@5200 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed manual 6-speed manual is an optional feature. 6-speed manual is an optional feature.      
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature.      
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic     7-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 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 an optional feature.    
Drivetrains  
RWD RWD is a standard feature. 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. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature.  
Tires  
225/50VR17 tires 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature. 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature.      
225/45YR18 tires 225/45YR18 tires is an optional feature. 225/45YR18 tires is an optional feature.      
225/45ZR18 tires 225/45ZR18 tires is an optional feature. 225/45ZR18 tires is an optional feature.      
225/40YR19 tires 225/40YR19 tires is an optional feature. 225/40YR19 tires is an optional feature.      
225/45VR18 tires 225/45VR18 tires is an optional feature. 225/45VR18 tires is a standard feature.      
255/40YR18 tires 255/40YR18 tires is an optional feature. 255/40YR18 tires is an optional feature.      
255/35YR19 tires 255/35YR19 tires is an optional feature. 255/35YR19 tires is an optional feature.      
245/45HR17 tires     245/45HR17 tires is a standard feature. 245/45HR17 tires is a standard feature.  
245/40ZR18 tires     245/40ZR18 tires is an optional feature. 245/40ZR18 tires is an optional feature. 245/40ZR18 tires is a standard feature.
265/35ZR18 tires     265/35ZR18 tires is an optional feature. 265/35ZR18 tires is an optional feature. 265/35ZR18 tires is a standard feature.
225/55HR16 tires     225/55HR16 tires is an optional feature.    
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 205W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 205W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 205W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.      
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.      
Harman/Kardon, 420W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)     Harman/Kardon, 420W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Accessories  
Adaptive cruise controlAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.           Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature.
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.
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.      
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     Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.  
First-aid kit     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.      
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 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 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 an optional feature. Power trunk closer is an optional 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 an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote appCheck on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.   Remote app is a standard feature. Remote app is a standard feature.      
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.
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 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.
Semi-automated parking systemAutomatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.   Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature. Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature.      
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.   Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature.
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.       Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature.
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. 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.
Tool kit Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit 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. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. 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 an optional 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.
Around view camerasSmall external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking.   Around view cameras is an optional feature. Around view cameras is an optional feature.      
Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking.
Automatic braking, low-speedAutomatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.   Automatic braking, low-speed is an optional feature. Automatic braking, low-speed is an optional feature.      
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.
Automatic seat belt presenters, front rowArm holding seat belt extends forward when the door is closed to make seat belt easier to reach.   Automatic seat belt presenters, front row is a standard feature. Automatic seat belt presenters, front row is a standard feature.      
Arm holding seat belt extends forward when the door is closed to make seat belt easier to reach.
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.      
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. 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.
Driver drowsiness monitorWarns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over.   Driver drowsiness monitor is an optional feature. Driver drowsiness monitor is an optional feature.      
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over.
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.      
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 descent controlSelectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.   Hill descent control is an optional feature. Hill descent control is an optional feature.      
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.
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.      
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Knee airbag, driver Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature.      
Knee airbag, passenger Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature. Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature.      
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.   Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature.      
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional 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 an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional 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. 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 an optional feature. Performance braking system (optional) is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
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.
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
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.
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.
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.
Tires, run-flatCan be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.   Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature.      
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare 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 front cameraWide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very front of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets.   Wide-view front camera is an optional feature. Wide-view front camera is an optional feature.      
Wide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very front of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets.
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. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.   Rear seat pass-through is a standard feature. Rear seat pass-through is a standard feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature.  
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Second-row low consoleSecond-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions.    Second-row low console is a standard feature. Second-row low console is a standard feature.      
Second-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions.
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. 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. 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 a standard 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 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 air vents with manual controlsFan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.   Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature.      
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.
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 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.
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. Residual heat is a standard feature.
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
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  
Automatic start / stopAutomatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.   Automatic start / stop is a standard feature. Automatic start / stop is a standard feature.      
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.
Oil coolerOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Oil cooler is a standard feature. Oil cooler is a standard feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Raised top speed limiterPermits a higher top speed before fuel cutoff kicks in.   Raised top speed limiter is an optional feature. Raised top speed limiter is an optional feature.     Raised top speed limiter is an optional feature.
Permits a higher top speed before fuel cutoff kicks in.
Regenerative brakingSmart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.   Regenerative braking is a standard feature. Regenerative braking is a standard feature.      
Smart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.
Exterior  
Additional chrome trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Additional chrome trim is an optional feature. Additional chrome trim is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Black exterior trim (optional) Black exterior trim (optional) is an optional feature. Black exterior trim (optional) is an optional feature.      
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.           Body kit is a standard feature.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.       Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature.
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Metallic paint (extra cost) Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is a standard feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is a standard feature.
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 an optional feature.
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Sport front fascia (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Sport front fascia (optional) is an optional feature. Sport front fascia (optional) is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) is an optional feature. Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sport rocker panels (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Sport rocker panels (optional) is an optional feature. Sport rocker panels (optional) is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature.      
Gas Guzzler Tax  
1000       1000 is a standard feature.  
1700       1700 is an optional feature.  
2100         2100 is a standard feature.
Infotainment  
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 an optional feature. App support is an optional 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. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. 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. 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. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. 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.
Includes CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.      
Concierge Services - 3 year subscriptionTypically can help with hotel and restaurant reservations.   Concierge Services - 3 year subscription is an optional feature. Concierge Services - 3 year subscription is an optional feature.      
Typically can help with hotel and restaurant reservations.
DVD-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.   DVD-compatible player is an optional feature. DVD-compatible player is an optional feature.      
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
Handwriting recognitionTouchpad that interprets handwritten inputs.   Handwriting recognition is an optional feature. Handwriting recognition is an optional feature.      
Touchpad that interprets handwritten inputs.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.   HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature.      
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
In-vehicle InternetConnects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.   In-vehicle Internet is an optional feature. In-vehicle Internet is an optional feature.      
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.
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.
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. 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 an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
S Voice supportAccess S Voice features of a Samsung Galaxy phone (III and up) using the car's voice controls.   S Voice support is an optional feature. S Voice support is an optional feature.      
Access S Voice features of a Samsung Galaxy phone (III and up) using the car's voice controls.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.       Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Satellite radio - one year subscriptionXM or Sirius with one-year subscription.   Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature.      
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription.
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 an optional feature. Siri Eyes Free support is an optional 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.
Smartphone integrationIn BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter.   Smartphone integration is an optional feature. Smartphone integration is an optional feature.      
In BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.   SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.      
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is a standard 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 a standard 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.
Text dictationDictate text for messages and/or emails. Annual fee.   Text dictation is an optional feature. Text dictation is an optional feature.      
Dictate text for messages and/or emails. Annual fee.
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. 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. 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 external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.   Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.      
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional 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.
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. 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 a standard feature.
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.   Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature.      
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard 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.
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. Compass is a standard feature.      
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
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.
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 a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Head-up display (HUD)Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.   Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature.      
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.
Headlight washers Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional 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 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 an optional feature. LED headlights is an optional feature.      
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.
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. 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.      
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Speed limit informationDisplays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.   Speed limit information is an optional feature. Speed limit information is an optional feature.      
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Steering-linked fog lightsFog light on the appropriate side turns on (and might also swivel) when the steering wheel is turned. Requires and does not include value of fog lights.       Steering-linked fog lights is an optional feature. Steering-linked fog lights is an optional feature. Steering-linked fog lights is an optional feature.
Fog light on the appropriate side turns on (and might also swivel) when the steering wheel is turned. Requires and does not include value of fog lights.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   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 an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets     Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.  
Front sport buckets Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional 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 3-person bench is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 2-person split bench Second-row 2-section 2-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 2-person split bench is a standard feature.      
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench     Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature.  
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.   Aluminum trim is an optional feature. Aluminum trim is an optional feature.      
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
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.
Chrome interior accents (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Chrome interior accents (optional) is an optional feature. Chrome interior accents (optional) is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Cooled or ventilated front seats       Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.
Dark-colored headliner (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Dark-colored headliner (optional) is an optional feature. Dark-colored headliner (optional) is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Door sill trim plates Door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. 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. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is an optional 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 an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Leather door panel trim     Leather door panel trim is an optional 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 an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather upholstery, extended coverageLeather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.       Leather upholstery, extended coverage is an optional feature.    
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
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 an optional feature.
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.       Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable lower back support.       Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.  
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.      
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.      
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
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.
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 an optional 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 an optional 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, 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 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 a standard feature.
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 seatback bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature.     Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature.     Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
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-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-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 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.
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. Special interior trim is an optional feature.     Special interior trim is a standard 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. Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. 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 a standard feature.
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.           Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Synthetic suede steering wheelSynthetic suede steering wheel rim.           Synthetic suede steering wheel is a standard feature.
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim.
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.      
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Wood trim, alternative typeReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.       Wood trim, alternative type is an optional feature. Wood trim, alternative type is an optional feature. Wood trim, alternative type is an optional 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 an optional feature. Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional 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.   Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature.   Adaptive dampers - electrical is a standard feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is a standard feature.
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.
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustableAir springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.         Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable is a standard feature. Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable is a standard feature.
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature. 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.
Electronic systems calibration selectorVaries throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.   Electronic systems calibration selector is a standard feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is a standard feature.      
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau           Polished alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.           Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Variable steering ratio (optional)Steering ratio gets quicker the farther the wheel is turned.   Variable steering ratio (optional) is an optional feature. Variable steering ratio (optional) is an optional feature.      
Steering ratio gets quicker the farther the wheel is turned.
Transmission  
Launch controlElectronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.   Launch control is an optional feature. Launch control is an optional feature.      
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.
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 an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional 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

Luxury Package

Features
Additional chrome trim
Chrome interior accents (optional)
Special interior trim
Door sill trim plates
225/45VR18 tires

Premium Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Essentials Package

Features
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Proximity key
Satellite radio - one year subscription

Driving Assistance Package

Features
Wide-view front camera
Speed limit information
Pedestrian detection
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Automatic braking, low-speed
Driver drowsiness monitor
Forward collision warning

M Sport Package

Features
Sport front fascia (optional)
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)
Sport rocker panels (optional)

Navigation system

Features
In-vehicle Internet
Handwriting recognition
App support
Text dictation
Siri Eyes Free support
S Voice support
Navigation system
DVD-compatible player
Voice control for nav and audio
Media drive
Traffic + travel information
Smartphone integration

Executive Tier

Features
Head-up display (HUD)

Active Driving Assistant

Features
255/35YR19 tires

Premium Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Essentials Package

Features
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Proximity key
Satellite radio - one year subscription

Driving Assistance Package

Features
Wide-view front camera
Speed limit information
Pedestrian detection
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Automatic braking, low-speed
Driver drowsiness monitor
Forward collision warning

Luxury Package

Features
Additional chrome trim
Chrome interior accents (optional)
Special interior trim
Door sill trim plates
225/45VR18 tires

M Sport Package

Features
Sport front fascia (optional)
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)
Sport rocker panels (optional)

Navigation system

Features
In-vehicle Internet
Handwriting recognition
App support
Text dictation
Siri Eyes Free support
S Voice support
Navigation system
DVD-compatible player
Voice control for nav and audio
Media drive
Traffic + travel information
Smartphone integration

Executive Tier

Features
Head-up display (HUD)

Acoustic Comfort Package

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)
245/40ZR18 tires
265/35ZR18 tires

Premium 2 Package

Features
Xenon HID headlights
Headlight washers
Proximity key
Steering-linked fog lights

Premium 1 Package

Features
Sunshade, rear, power

Warmth & Comfort Package

Features
Folding second row seats
Rear seat pass-through
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench

Premium 1 Package

Features
Navigation system
Satellite radio
Bluetooth cell phone link
Bluetooth cell phone link

AMG Premium Package

Features
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls

Acoustic Comfort Package

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)
245/40ZR18 tires
265/35ZR18 tires

Premium 2 Package

Features
Xenon HID headlights
Headlight washers
Proximity key
Steering-linked fog lights

Advanced Lighting Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Sunshade, rear, power

Warmth & Comfort Package

Features
Folding second row seats
Rear seat pass-through
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench

Premium 1 Package

Features
Navigation system
Satellite radio
Bluetooth cell phone link
Bluetooth cell phone link

AMG Premium Package

Features
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls

Premium 2 Package

Features
Xenon HID headlights
Headlight washers
Proximity key
Steering-linked fog lights

Sport Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Sunshade, rear, power

AMG Performance Package

Features
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)
Limited-slip rear differential
Alloy wheels, optional design
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Raised top speed limiter

Premium 1 Package

Features
Navigation system
Satellite radio
Bluetooth cell phone link
Bluetooth cell phone link
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