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

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Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $54,240

Lincoln MKZ Black Label   
Difference: $61,650

Lowest Total Invoice: $50,878

Lincoln MKZ Black Label   
Difference: $56,964

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182016
ModelMKZCLS
TrimBlack LabelAMG CLS63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $47,830 $107,800
Base Invoice $44,960 $100,254
Technology Package 2,495  
Climate Package 595  
Driver's Package 2,395  
Driver Assistance Package   2,800
Premium Package   3,740
Heated second row seats   625
Technology Package 2,271  
Climate Package 542  
Driver's Package 2,180  
Driver Assistance Package   2,604
Premium Package   3,478
Heated second row seats   581
Options (change) 5,485 7,165
Options (change) 4,993 6,663
Destination 925 925
Total Price $54,240 $115,890
Total Invoice $50,878 $107,842

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lincoln MKZ Black Label
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $57,815
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $53,395
Model Year20182016
ModelMKZCLS
TrimBlack LabelAMG CLS63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4577hp V8
TransmissionT6T7
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 20610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19255/35-19
Total Price$54,240$115,890
Adjustments for Features0-3,835
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$54,240$112,055
Total Invoice$50,878$107,842
Adjustments for Features0-3,569
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$50,878$104,273

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year20182016
ModelMKZCLS
TrimBlack LabelAMG CLS63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction$0 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Remote climate control$25 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot collision prevention $150
Collision preparation system, rear $100
Inflatable rear seat belts$200 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200 
Lane keeping assist $400
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key$5 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo mat$40 
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Residual heat $50
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Raised top speed limiter $0
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside cladding$350 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
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 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights $200
Approach detection$25 
Chronometer $100
Cornering lights $50
Fog light, rear $100
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Massage, passenger seat$100 
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Synthetic suede steering wheel $150
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather$200 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1000
Wood trim $300
Wood trim, alternative type$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Rear air springs, auto-leveling $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$5,245$9,080
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,835
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,569

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year20182016
ModelMKZCLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in113.2 in
Length193.9 in194.5 in
Width73.4 in74.1 in
Height58.1 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,740 lb.4,035 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in58.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.6 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.8 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
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-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested2850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested50080%
Total Not Requested12520%
Driver's Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Metal pedals75Yes
Torque vectoring, brake-based100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested62561%
Total Not Requested40039%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG CLS63 S

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165087%
Total Not Requested25013%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%

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