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Cadillac DTS vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class 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.
Cadillac DTS vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $58,445 Cadillac DTS V8 | |||
| Difference: $50,705 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,024 Cadillac DTS V8 | |||
| Difference: $47,552 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | DTS | DTS | S-Class |
| Trim | V8 | Performance | S550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $45,855 | $53,805 | $92,900 |
| Base Invoice | $42,874 | $50,308 | $86,397 |
| Front buckets | 0 | ||
| Platinum Edition | 4,795 | 4,795 | |
| Luxury III Package | 5,180 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,695 | 1,695 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,500 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 4,450 | ||
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 950 | ||
| Power rear seats | 1,515 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 620 | ||
| Front buckets | 0 | ||
| Platinum Edition | 3,980 | 3,980 | |
| Luxury III Package | 4,843 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,407 | 1,407 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 456 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,185 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 4,139 | ||
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 884 | ||
| Power rear seats | 1,409 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 577 | ||
| Options (change) | 11,670 | 6,490 | 15,325 |
| Options (change) | 10,230 | 5,387 | 14,254 |
| Destination | 920 | 920 | 925 |
| Total Price | $58,445 | $61,215 | $109,150 |
| Total Invoice | $54,024 | $56,615 | $101,576 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac DTS vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Cadillac DTS V8 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $41,250 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,753 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | DTS | DTS | S-Class |
| Trim | V8 | Performance | S550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 275hp V8 | 291hp V8 | 449hp V8 |
| Transmission | A4 | A4 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/50-18 | 255/45-18 |
| Total Price | $58,445 | $61,215 | $109,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -9,455 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $58,445 | $60,965 | $99,695 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,520 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $54,024 | $56,615 | $101,576 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -231 | -8,799 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $54,024 | $56,384 | $92,777 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,360 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac DTS vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | DTS | DTS | S-Class |
| Trim | V8 | Performance | S550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | $225 | $225 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | ||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | $200 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,315 | $5,565 | $14,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $9,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -231 | -8,799 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac DTS vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | DTS | S-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 124.6 in |
| Length | 207.6 in | 206.5 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 74.8 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,010 lb. | 4,730 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.0 in | 59.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.2 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.0 in | 43.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.8 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac DTS V8
| Platinum Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Interior lights, additional | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 3825 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 12% |
| Luxury III Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Bose, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | 225 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 500 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3065 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1565 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac DTS Performance
| Platinum Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Interior lights, additional | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3825 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 17% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 83% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 225 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 66% |
| Power rear seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 100% |
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