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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A8 / S8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A8 / S8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $109,595

Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG   
Difference: $7,280

Lowest Total Invoice: $102,109

Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG   
Difference: $6,654

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112018
ModelCLSA8 / S8
TrimCLS63 AMGS8 Plus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $99,050 $115,900
Base Invoice $92,116 $107,788
Premium Package 1 3,310  
Obstacle detection, rear 1,180  
Carbon fiber trim 2,580  
Premium Package 1 3,022  
Obstacle detection, rear 1,097  
Carbon fiber trim 2,399  
Options (change) 7,070 0
Options (change) 6,518 0
Destination 875 975
Gas Tax 2,600 0
Total Price $109,595 $116,875
Total Invoice $102,109 $108,763

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A8 / S8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $940
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $754
Model Year20112018
ModelCLSA8 / S8
TrimCLS63 AMGS8 Plus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine507hp V8605hp V8
TransmissionT7T8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)12/18 MPG14/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)510, 12630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19275/35-21
Total Price$109,595$116,875
Adjustments for Features0-6,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$109,595$110,535
Total Invoice$102,109$108,763
Adjustments for Features0-5,900
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$102,109$102,863

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A8 / S8

Model Year20112018
ModelCLSA8 / S8
TrimCLS63 AMGS8 Plus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Power door closers $300
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras $500
Blind spot warning system $200
Collision preparation system, rear $100
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Temporary spare tire$150 
Wide-view front camera $150
Wide-view rear camera $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Second-row low console$100 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows $200
Laminated rear side windows $100
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition $200
In-vehicle Internet $150
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Chronometer$100 
Compass $0
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights$125 
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Metal pedals$75 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede steering wheel$150 
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,150$10,490
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,340
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,900

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A8 / S8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A8 / S8

Model Year20112018
ModelCLSA8 / S8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.4 in117.8 in
Length193.0 in202.6 in
Width73.7 in76.7 in
Height54.7 in57.4 in
Curb Weight4,097 lb.4,685 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.21.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.9 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in59.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room58.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in57.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in38.7 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft314.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Audi A8 / S8 specs.

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG

Premium Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
USB port25Yes
Total Requested1850100%
Total Not Requested00%

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