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Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $41,325

Lincoln MKZ   
Difference: $565

Lowest Total Invoice: $38,621

Lincoln MKZ   
Difference: $401

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220142014
ModelMKZMKZCLACLA
TrimBaseHybridCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,755 $34,755 $29,900 $47,450
Base Invoice $32,677 $32,677 $27,807 $44,129
Package 102A 5,695 5,695    
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   0    
Multimedia Package     2,370 2,370
Premium 1 Package     2,300 2,300
Interior Package     1,500 1,500
Sunroof, large     1,480 1,480
Xenon HID headlights     850  
Obstacle detection, rear     970 970
Blind spot warning system     550 550
Wood trim     325 325
Metallic paint (extra cost)     720 720
Package 102A 5,069 5,069    
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   0    
Multimedia Package     2,204 2,204
Premium 1 Package     2,139 2,139
Interior Package     1,395 1,395
Sunroof, large     1,376 1,376
Xenon HID headlights     791  
Obstacle detection, rear     902 902
Blind spot warning system     512 512
Wood trim     302 302
Metallic paint (extra cost)     669 669
Options (change) 5,695 5,695 11,065 10,215
Options (change) 5,069 5,069 10,290 9,499
Destination 875 875 925 925
Total Price $41,325 $41,325 $41,890 $58,590
Total Invoice $38,621 $38,621 $39,022 $54,553

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,280
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,317
Model Year2012201220142014
ModelMKZMKZCLACLA
TrimBaseHybridCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine263hp V6156hp I4 H208hp I4355hp I4
TransmissionT6CVTS7S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 14600, 14450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/50-17225/45-17235/40-18
Total Price$41,325$41,325$41,890$58,590
Adjustments for Features0-425-2,270-4,795
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,325$40,900$39,620$53,795
Cost Above Minimum$425$0$0$14,175
Total Invoice$38,621$38,621$39,022$54,553
Adjustments for Features0-397-2,115-4,465
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,621$38,224$36,907$50,088
Cost Above Minimum$397$0$0$13,181

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year2012201220142014
ModelMKZMKZCLACLA
TrimBaseHybridCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
CVT $1000  
7-speed automated manual  $1200$1200
FWD$0$0$0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50  
Remote app  $25$25
Semi-automated parking system  $500$500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25  
Brake assist  $50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100  
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150
Forward collision warning  $200$200
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Obstacle detection, front  $150$150
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0$0
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Safety key$5$5  
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Tires, run-flat  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100
Vehicle health reports$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$150 $150
Console without shifter  $150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Climate Control 
Rear air vents  $100$100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust   $250
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Front splitter spoiler   $200
Sunroof$900$900  
Sunroof, large  $1100$1100
Infotainment 
App support  $0$0
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
CD player$125$125  
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25  
SD Card slot  $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Chronometer   $100
Compass$0$0  
Detailed driving style feedback $100  
Fog light, rear  $100$100
Fog lights$125$125  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$150
Metal pedals   $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350$350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600$600  
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,180$4,605$6,450$8,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$425$2,270$4,795
Value of Feature Adjustments0-397-2,115-4,465

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20122014
ModelMKZCLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in106.3 in
Length190.6 in182.3 in
Width72.2 in70.0 in
Height56.9 in56.6 in
Curb Weight3,599 lb.3,263 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.1 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume16.5 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ

Package 102A
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250Yes
THX-certified, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Chrome-clad alloy wheels250No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Navigation system600Yes
CD player125Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested301578%
Total Not Requested85022%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

Package 102A
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250Yes
THX-certified, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Chrome-clad alloy wheels250No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Navigation system600Yes
CD player125Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested301578%
Total Not Requested85022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
LED tail lights (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested94084%
Total Not Requested17516%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140080%
Total Not Requested35020%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested91570%
Total Not Requested40030%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested94084%
Total Not Requested17516%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140080%
Total Not Requested35020%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested91570%
Total Not Requested40030%

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