BMW i8 BMW i8 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC Mercedes-Benz SLC 2018

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

Join Us

BMW i8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC 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.

BMW i8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $70,705

Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43   
Difference: $71,897

Lowest Total Invoice: $65,827

Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43   
Difference: $67,255

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172018
Modeli8SLC
TrimBaseAMG SLC43
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $143,400 $61,350
Base Invoice $134,040 $57,056
Giga World 2,000  
Premium 3 Package   6,650
Adaptive dampers - electrical   990
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720
Giga World 1,840  
Premium 3 Package   6,185
Adaptive dampers - electrical   921
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670
Options (change) 2,000 8,360
Options (change) 1,840 7,776
Destination 995 995
Gas Tax -3,793 0
Total Price $142,602 $70,705
Total Invoice $133,082 $65,827

Return to top

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

Dealer Price Quotes

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

Request free, no-obligation BMW i8 dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz SLC dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

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

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW i8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $79,222
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $74,075
Model Year20172018
Modeli8SLC
TrimBaseAMG SLC43
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine357hp I3 PiH362hp V6
TransmissionT6T9
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/29 MPG20/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 11500, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-20235/40-18
Total Price$142,602$70,705
Adjustments for Features0-7,325
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$142,602$63,380
Total Invoice$133,082$65,827
Adjustments for Features0-6,820
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$133,082$59,007

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW i8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC

Model Year20172018
Modeli8SLC
TrimBaseAMG SLC43
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850
Cruise control$150 
Remote climate control $25
Remote start via app $75
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system $500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Wind blocker, small $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Around view cameras$500 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Pedestrian detection$50 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rearview camera $200
Roll bar $200
Temporary spare tire $150
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Wide-view front camera$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Residual heat$50 
Engine / Motor 
3.3 kW onboard charger$0 
7 kWh battery pack$0 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Carbon fiber body structure$0 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Power retractable hardtop $6750
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input$50 
CD player $125
Concierge Services - 3 year subscription$150 
DVD-compatible player $0
Handwriting recognition$200 
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation map updates, three years $0
S Voice support$0 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SD Card slot $25
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Text dictation$50 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice recorder$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Compass $0
Fog light, rear $100
Head-up display (HUD)$350 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Door sill trim plates $100
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Metal pedals $75
Neck-level heating, front seats $150
No leather in second row $-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$6,875$14,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,325
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,820

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW i8 vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC

Model Year20172018
Modeli8SLC
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase110.2 in95.7 in
Length184.9 in162.8 in
Width76.5 in71.5 in
Height50.8 in51.3 in
Curb Weight3,455 lb.3,541 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.1 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.1 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom32.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.5 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
4.7 ft36.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
4.710.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
CD player125No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
MP3-compatible player50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
Smartphone integration0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested264058%
Total Not Requested192542%

Was this information useful?

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

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

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.