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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $65,525 BMW 5-Series 528i | ||||
| Difference: $40,820 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $60,380 BMW 5-Series 528i | ||||
| Difference: $38,764 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $96,300 | $45,050 | $50,100 | $60,200 |
| Base Invoice | $89,559 | $41,645 | $46,290 | $55,585 |
| Premium Package 1 | 3,200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,140 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,230 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Premium Package 2 | 4,500 | 4,500 | 2,400 | |
| Premium Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||
| M Sport Package | 4,800 | |||
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Sport Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Premium Package 1 | 2,976 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,060 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,074 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Premium Package 2 | 4,095 | 4,095 | 2,185 | |
| Premium Package | 1,640 | 1,640 | ||
| M Sport Package | 4,370 | |||
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,545 | 1,545 | 1,545 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Sport Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,570 | 19,600 | 16,100 | 11,650 |
| Options (change) | 6,110 | 17,860 | 14,670 | 10,620 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $106,345 | $65,525 | $67,075 | $72,725 |
| Total Invoice | $99,144 | $60,380 | $61,835 | $67,080 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 528i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $38,795 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,872 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 507hp V8 | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 480, 12 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $106,345 | $65,525 | $67,075 | $72,725 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,325 | -300 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $104,020 | $65,225 | $67,075 | $72,725 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,850 | $7,500 |
| Total Invoice | $99,144 | $60,380 | $61,835 | $67,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,168 | -276 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $96,976 | $60,104 | $61,835 | $67,080 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,731 | $6,976 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,225 | $5,200 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,325 | $300 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,168 | -276 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 193.0 in | 193.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,021 lb. | 3,815 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG
| Premium Package 1 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 3% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 7% |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 67% |
| Premium Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1890 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 7% |
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| 245/45WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 275/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 42% |
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 67% |
| Premium Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1890 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 7% |
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 67% |
| Premium Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 775 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 54% |
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
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