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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Ford Taurus 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. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,610 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $38,975 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,589 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $36,906 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Taurus |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $71,300 | $94,900 | $30,670 |
| Base Invoice | $66,309 | $88,257 | $28,053 |
| Folding second row seats | 440 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | 225 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 409 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |
| Navigation system | 1,736 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | 196 | ||
| Sunroof | 779 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,410 | 970 | 3,115 |
| Options (change) | 1,311 | 902 | 2,711 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 825 |
| Total Price | $73,585 | $96,745 | $34,610 |
| Total Invoice | $68,495 | $90,034 | $31,589 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $32,495 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,874 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Taurus |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 402hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $73,585 | $96,745 | $34,610 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,480 | -7,505 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,105 | $89,240 | $34,610 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $22,135 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $68,495 | $90,034 | $31,589 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,032 | -6,984 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $62,463 | $83,050 | $31,589 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $20,587 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Taurus |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,245 | $10,270 | $2,765 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,480 | $7,505 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,032 | -6,984 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | CLS | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 200.4 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,159 lb. | 3,644 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 41.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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