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Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $49,993

Lexus ES 350   
Difference: $32,282

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2019201920122012
ModelESESCLSCLS
Trim350300hCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $39,750 $41,560 $71,300 $94,900
Ultra Luxury Package 8,520 7,980    
Rear spoiler 319   400  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 379 379 800 850
Driver Assistance Package     2,950 2,950
Premium 1 Package     4,390 3,690
Obstacle detection, rear     970 970
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     590  
Ultra Luxury Package 7,847 7,350    
Rear spoiler 209   372  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 250 250 744 791
Driver Assistance Package     2,744 2,744
Premium 1 Package     4,083 3,432
Obstacle detection, rear     902 902
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     549  
Options (change) 9,218 8,359 10,100 8,460
Options (change) 8,306 7,600 9,394 7,869
Destination 1,025 1,025 875 875
Total Price $49,993 $50,944 $82,275 $104,235

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Lowest Adjusted Price: Lexus ES 350
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Lexus ES 300h
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,967
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $64,519
Model Year2019201920122012
ModelESESCLSCLS
Trim350300hCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine302hp V6176hp I4 H402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionT8CVT-6T7T7
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)835, 15835, 15610, 14610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/55-17255/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$49,993$50,944$82,275$104,235
Adjustments for Features-3750-3,690-5,090
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$49,618$50,944$78,585$99,145
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,326$0$20,560

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Features Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year2019201920122012
ModelESESCLSCLS
Trim350300hCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300   
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200
FWD$0$0  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600$600  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850$850
Heated steering wheel$100$100  
Remote app$25$25  
Semi-automated parking system  $500$500
Sunshades, second row$125$125  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200  
Blind spot collision prevention  $150$150
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100  
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150
Lane departure prevention  $150$150
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200  
Pedestrian detection$50$50  
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Vehicle health reports$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100$100  
Second-row low console  $100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15
Residual heat  $50$50
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 $150
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25$25
Panoramic sunroof$1200   
Sunroof $900$900$900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0  
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
CD player$125$125  
Media drive  $15$15
SD Card slot  $25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Traffic + travel information$25$25  
Traffic information  $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75$75
Chronometer   $100
Cornering lights  $50$50
Fog light, rear  $100$100
Fog lights$125$125  
Headlight washers  $50$50
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver   $300
Folding second row seats   $300
Leather door panel trim  $250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150
Massage, driver seat   $100
Metal pedals   $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100 $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats  $50$50
Synthetic suede headliner   $650
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000$1000
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000 
Alloy wheels $350$350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 $200
Machined alloy wheels$350   
Rear air springs, auto-leveling   $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100
Total Value of Features$5,515$5,140$8,830$10,230
Value of Feature Adjustments$375$0$3,690$5,090
Value of Feature Adjustments-700-3,434-4,737

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Specifications Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year20192012
ModelESCLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.0 in113.2 in
Length195.9 in194.5 in
Width73.4 in74.1 in
Height56.9 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,650 lb.4,159 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.5 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in58.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom39.2 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume16.7 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lexus ES 350

Ultra Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Machined alloy wheels0No
Panoramic sunroof300No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power trunk closer350Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Mark Levinson, 835W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Wood trim300Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Navigation system550Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Traffic + travel information25No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested427581%
Total Not Requested102519%

Option Package Details
Lexus ES 300h

Ultra Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power trunk closer350Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Mark Levinson, 835W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Wood trim300Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Navigation system550Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Traffic + travel information25No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested427586%
Total Not Requested72514%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested95053%
Total Not Requested85047%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
LED headlights-250Yes
Total Requested137587%
Total Not Requested20013%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested95053%
Total Not Requested85047%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
LED headlights-250Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%

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