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Cadillac STS 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 STS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $55,680 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250 | ||||
| Difference: $1,340 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $51,847 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250 | ||||
| Difference: $2,066 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | STS | STS | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | V6 Premium | V8 Performance | SLK250 | SLK350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $55,945 | $68,785 | $42,500 | $54,800 |
| Base Invoice | $52,868 | $65,002 | $39,525 | $50,964 |
| Temporary spare tire | 250 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 220 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,014 | 1,014 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 349 | 349 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||
| Options (change) | 250 | 0 | 12,305 | 11,535 |
| Options (change) | 220 | 0 | 11,447 | 10,731 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $57,020 | $69,610 | $55,680 | $67,210 |
| Total Invoice | $53,913 | $65,827 | $51,847 | $62,570 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,215 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,537 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | STS | STS | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | V6 Premium | V8 Performance | SLK250 | SLK350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 320hp V8 | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 15 | 300, 15 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $57,020 | $69,610 | $55,680 | $67,210 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,400 | -5,875 | -7,025 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $57,020 | $67,210 | $49,805 | $60,185 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,190 | $0 | $10,380 |
| Total Invoice | $53,913 | $65,827 | $51,847 | $62,570 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,270 | -5,471 | -6,540 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,913 | $63,557 | $46,376 | $56,030 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,644 | $0 | $9,654 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | STS | STS | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | V6 Premium | V8 Performance | SLK250 | SLK350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | $25 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,440 | $6,840 | $10,315 | $11,465 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,400 | $5,875 | $7,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,270 | -5,471 | -6,540 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | STS | SLK |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 196.7 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,974 lb. | 3,242 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.6 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 | 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% |
| 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% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 106% |
| Total Not Requested | -50 | -6% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 21% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 900 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 7% |
| 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 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 615 | 49% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 21% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 900 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 7% |
| 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 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 615 | 49% |
| 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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