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Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $60,485

Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250   
Difference: $18,590

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20202020202020152015
ModelLSLSLSSLKSLK
Trim500500 F Sport500 Inspiration SeriesSLK250SLK350
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $75,450 $81,450 $97,665 $43,950 $57,650
All Weather Package 200 200 200    
Heated steering wheel 150 150 150    
Pre-Collision System 1,500 1,500 1,500    
Blind spot warning system 500 500 500    
Auto-dimming headlights 250 250 250    
Multimedia Package       2,330 2,330
Premium 1 Package       2,590 2,590
Lighting Package       1,390 1,390
Dynamic Handling Package       990 990
Driver Assistance Package       2,950 2,950
Automatic climate control, front       760 760
Obstacle detection, rear       970 970
Leather seating surfaces       770  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       720 720
Analog clock       250 250
Proximity key       650 650
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       990 990
Special order charge       250 250
All Weather Package 184 184 184    
Heated steering wheel 140 140 140    
Pre-Collision System 1,380 1,380 1,380    
Blind spot warning system 460 460 460    
Auto-dimming headlights 231 231 231    
Multimedia Package       2,167 2,167
Premium 1 Package       2,409 2,409
Lighting Package       1,293 1,293
Dynamic Handling Package       921 921
Driver Assistance Package       2,744 2,744
Automatic climate control, front       707 707
Obstacle detection, rear       902 902
Leather seating surfaces       716  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       670 670
Analog clock       233 233
Proximity key       605 605
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       921 921
Special order charge       233 233
Options (change) 2,600 2,600 2,600 15,610 14,840
Options (change) 2,395 2,395 2,395 14,521 13,805
Destination 1,025 1,025 1,025 925 925
Total Price $79,075 $85,075 $101,290 $60,485 $73,415

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Lexus LS 500 F Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $49,386
Model Year20202020202020152015
ModelLSLSLSSLKSLK
Trim500500 F Sport500 Inspiration SeriesSLK250SLK350
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine416hp V6416hp V6416hp V6201hp I4302hp V6
TransmissionT10T10T10M6T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 12?, 12?, 12500, 11500, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/50-19245/45-20245/45-20225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$79,075$85,075$101,290$60,485$73,415
Adjustments for Features0-3,7250-3,935-5,085
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$79,075$81,350$101,290$56,550$68,330
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,275$22,215$0$11,780

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Features Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK

Model Year20202020202020152015
ModelLSLSLSSLKSLK
Trim500500 F Sport500 Inspiration SeriesSLK250SLK350
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
10-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1500$1500$1500  
6-speed manual   $150 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1200
RWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100  
Parking guidance system - passive   $250$250
Power door closers$300$300$300  
Power rear side windows$200$200$200  
Power trunk closer$350$350$350  
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200$200
Blind spot collision prevention   $150$150
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100  
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150
Full-size spare tire$225$225$225  
Lane departure prevention   $150$150
Lane departure warning   $200$200
Rearview camera$200$200$200  
Roll bar   $200$200
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100$100
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100  
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15$15
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Residual heat   $50$50
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15  
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300   
Exterior 
Body kit $0  $0
Glass roof panel(s)   $300$300
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200  
Power retractable hardtop   $6750$6750
Self-repairing paint$0$0$0  
Sunroof$900$900$900  
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325  
CD player   $125$125
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150
Media drive   $15$15
Navigation map updates, three years   $0$0
SD Card slot   $25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0  
Surround sound   $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75  
Compass   $0$0
Fog light, rear   $100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125  
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100$100$100  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Visor mirror, driver   $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger   $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100 $100$100
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300  
Coordinated climate control, front seats$0$0$0  
Metal pedals $75 $75$75
Neck-level heating, front seats   $150$150
No leather in second row   $-300$-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25$25$25  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Synthetic suede headliner $650   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering $1000   
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500 $500$500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000   
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100  $100
Total Value of Features$6,665$10,390$6,665$10,600$11,750
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,725$0$3,935$5,085
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1500-3,664-4,734

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Specifications Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK

Model Year20202015
ModelLSSLK
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase123.0 in95.7 in
Length206.1 in162.8 in
Width74.8 in71.5 in
Height57.5 in51.2 in
Curb Weight4,708 lb.3,242 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.7 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.3 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.8 in52.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.0 ft36.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
17.010.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lexus LS 500

All Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Headlight washers50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Quick response PTC heater (optional)0No
Total Requested5067%
Total Not Requested2533%
Pre-Collision System
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lexus LS 500 F Sport

All Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Headlight washers50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Quick response PTC heater (optional)0No
Total Requested5067%
Total Not Requested2533%
Pre-Collision System
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lexus LS 500 Inspiration Series

All Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Headlight washers50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Quick response PTC heater (optional)0No
Total Requested5067%
Total Not Requested2533%
Pre-Collision System
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250

Automatic climate control, front
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
No leather in second row-300No
Total Requested1150135%
Total Not Requested-300-35%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Wood trim300Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72579%
Total Not Requested19021%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested51541%
Total Not Requested75059%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Total Requested50083%
Total Not Requested10017%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested110055%
Total Not Requested90045%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350

Automatic climate control, front
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Wood trim300Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72579%
Total Not Requested19021%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested51541%
Total Not Requested75059%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Total Requested50083%
Total Not Requested10017%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested110055%
Total Not Requested90045%

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