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Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $55,885 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250 | ||||||||
| Difference: $8,520 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $52,040 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250 | ||||||||
| Difference: $8,240 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | Base | Luxury | Premium | Platinum Edition | Hybrid | Hybrid Platinum Edition | SLK250 | SLK350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $63,455 | $68,575 | $70,965 | $82,585 | $73,140 | $85,935 | $42,900 | $55,400 |
| Base Invoice | $59,330 | $64,171 | $66,406 | $77,216 | $68,440 | $80,349 | $39,897 | $51,522 |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||||||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,590 | 2,590 | ||||||
| Dynamic Handling Package | 990 | 990 | ||||||
| Special order charge | 250 | 250 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 990 | 990 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | 760 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||||||
| Analog clock | 250 | 250 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||||||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,409 | 2,409 | ||||||
| Dynamic Handling Package | 921 | 921 | ||||||
| Special order charge | 233 | 233 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 921 | 921 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | 707 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||||||
| Analog clock | 233 | 233 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12,080 | 11,310 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11,238 | 10,522 |
| Destination | 950 | 950 | 950 | 950 | 950 | 950 | 905 | 905 |
| Total Price | $64,405 | $69,525 | $71,915 | $83,535 | $74,090 | $86,885 | $55,885 | $67,615 |
| Total Invoice | $60,280 | $65,121 | $67,356 | $78,166 | $69,390 | $81,299 | $52,040 | $62,949 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,930 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,484 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | Base | Luxury | Premium | Platinum Edition | Hybrid | Hybrid Platinum Edition | SLK250 | SLK350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 403hp V8 | 403hp V8 | 403hp V8 | 403hp V8 | 332hp V8 H | 332hp V8 H | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 | D4 | D4 | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/65-18 | 285/45-22 | 285/45-22 | 285/45-22 | 285/45-22 | 285/45-22 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $64,405 | $69,525 | $71,915 | $83,535 | $74,090 | $86,885 | $55,885 | $67,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,050 | -2,425 | -5,560 | -2,450 | -5,985 | -2,410 | -3,560 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $64,405 | $68,475 | $69,490 | $77,975 | $71,640 | $80,900 | $53,475 | $64,055 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,070 | $5,085 | $13,570 | $7,235 | $16,495 | $0 | $10,580 |
| Total Invoice | $60,280 | $65,121 | $67,356 | $78,166 | $69,390 | $81,299 | $52,040 | $62,949 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -983 | -2,271 | -5,203 | -2,295 | -5,600 | -2,244 | -3,314 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $60,280 | $64,138 | $65,085 | $72,963 | $67,095 | $75,699 | $49,796 | $59,635 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,858 | $4,805 | $12,683 | $6,815 | $15,419 | $0 | $9,839 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | Escalade | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | Base | Luxury | Premium | Platinum Edition | Hybrid | Hybrid Platinum Edition | SLK250 | SLK350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| 4-speed 2-mode automatic | $1800 | $1800 | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||||||
| Tilt steering wheel, power | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | ||||||
| Power-deployable running boards | $750 | $750 | $750 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| Additional screen for entertainment system | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||||
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||||||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Removable third row seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||||
| Total Value of Features | $9,030 | $10,080 | $11,455 | $14,590 | $11,480 | $15,015 | $11,440 | $12,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,050 | $2,425 | $5,560 | $2,450 | $5,985 | $2,410 | $3,560 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -983 | -2,271 | -5,203 | -2,295 | -5,600 | -2,244 | -3,314 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2011 | 2013 |
| Model | Escalade | SLK |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 79.0 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 75.9 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,692 lb. | 3,242 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.1 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 65.3 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 64.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 65.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 60.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 61.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 49.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 25.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250
| Wood trim | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 135% |
| Total Not Requested | -300 | -35% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 41% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Wood trim | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 41% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
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