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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: $52,315

Lincoln MKZ Reserve   
Difference: $11,435

Lowest Total Invoice: $49,157

Lincoln MKZ Reserve   
Difference: $10,194

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182016
ModelMKZMKZCLA
TrimReserveBlack LabelAMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $40,010 $47,830 $49,500
Base Invoice $37,809 $44,960 $46,035
Technology Package 2,495 2,495  
Sunroof, large 2,995 1,795 1,480
3.0L V6 4,000 4,000  
AWD 1,890 1,890  
Driver Assistance Package     2,500
Multimedia Package     2,480
Premium Package     2,400
Interior Package     1,650
Parktronic Package     970
Illuminated door sill trim plates     800
Wood trim     325
Metallic paint (extra cost)     720
Technology Package 2,271 2,271  
Sunroof, large 2,726 1,634 1,376
3.0L V6 3,640 3,640  
AWD 1,786 1,777  
Driver Assistance Package     2,325
Multimedia Package     2,306
Premium Package     2,232
Interior Package     1,535
Parktronic Package     902
Illuminated door sill trim plates     744
Wood trim     302
Metallic paint (extra cost)     669
Options (change) 11,380 10,180 13,325
Options (change) 10,423 9,322 12,391
Destination 925 925 925
Total Price $52,315 $58,935 $63,750
Total Invoice $49,157 $55,207 $59,351

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lincoln MKZ Reserve
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,715
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,397
Model Year201820182016
ModelMKZMKZCLA
TrimReserveBlack LabelAMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine400hp V6400hp V6375hp I4
TransmissionT6T6S7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/26 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 14?, 20450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19245/40-19235/40-18
Total Price$52,315$58,935$63,750
Adjustments for Features-1,280-3,2800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,035$55,655$63,750
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,620$0
Total Invoice$49,157$55,207$59,351
Adjustments for Features-1,203-3,0730
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,954$52,134$59,351
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,180$0

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year201820182016
ModelMKZMKZCLA
TrimReserveBlack LabelAMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Active noise reduction$0$0 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power trunk closer$350$350 
Remote climate control$25$25 
Remote start$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100 
Inflatable rear seat belts $200 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200 
Pedestrian detection$50$50 
Rollover sensor  $50
Safety key$5$5 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Tires, run-flat  $150
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40 
Console with shifter  $150
Console without shifter$150$150 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150
Dual-mode exhaust  $250
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350 
Front splitter spoiler  $200
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100 
Concierge Services - 4 year subscription $200 
DVD-compatible player  $0
In-vehicle Internet  $150
Media drive  $15
Navigation map updates, three years  $0
SD Card slot  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25$25 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200 
Chronometer  $100
Compass$0$0 
Fog light, rear  $100
Fog lights$125$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable  $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250 
LED headlights $1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300 
Leather door panel trim $250 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Memory system, passenger seat  $150
Metal pedals  $75
Synthetic suede headliner $650 
Upgraded floor mats $0 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather $200 
Upholstered instrument panel  $300
Wood trim$300 $300
Wood trim, alternative type $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Total Value of Features$7,845$9,845$6,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,280$3,280$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,203-3,0730

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20182016
ModelMKZCLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in106.3 in
Length193.9 in182.3 in
Width73.4 in70.0 in
Height58.1 in56.6 in
Curb Weight4,191 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.6 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Reserve

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested240084%
Total Not Requested45016%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested240084%
Total Not Requested45016%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
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 Requested102581%
Total Not Requested24019%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested122578%
Total Not Requested35022%
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
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested91570%
Total Not Requested40030%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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