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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Niro Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Niro Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,032

Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium   
Difference: $45,443

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,249

Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium   
Difference: $41,938

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162018
ModelCLSCLSCLSNiro
TrimCLS400CLS550AMG CLS63 SPlug-In Hybrid EX Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $66,900 $74,100 $107,800 $34,500
Base Invoice $62,217 $68,913 $100,254 $32,744
Night Package 300 300    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 1,610      
Premium 1 Package 3,250      
Driver Assistance Package 2,800 2,800 2,800  
Folding second row seats 440 440    
Heated steering wheel 250 250    
Premium Package   4,200 3,740  
Floor mats       135
Night Package 279 279    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 1,497      
Premium 1 Package 3,023      
Driver Assistance Package 2,604 2,604 2,604  
Folding second row seats 409 409    
Heated steering wheel 233 233    
Premium Package   3,906 3,478  
Floor mats       108
Options (change) 8,650 7,990 6,540 135
Options (change) 8,045 7,431 6,082 108
Destination 925 925 925 940
Gas Tax 0 0 0 -4,543
Total Price $76,475 $83,015 $115,265 $31,032
Total Invoice $71,187 $77,269 $107,261 $29,249

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Niro

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $40,138
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,000
Model Year2016201620162018
ModelCLSCLSCLSNiro
TrimCLS400CLS550AMG CLS63 SPlug-In Hybrid EX Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine329hp V6402hp V8577hp V8104hp I4 PiH
TransmissionT7T9T7S6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14610, 14315, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-18255/40-18255/35-19205/60-16
Total Price$76,475$83,015$115,265$31,032
Adjustments for Features-5,305-6,520-10,3450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$71,170$76,495$104,920$31,032
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,325$33,750$0
Total Invoice$71,187$77,269$107,261$29,249
Adjustments for Features-4,938-6,069-9,6270
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$66,249$71,200$97,634$29,249
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,951$31,385$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Niro

Model Year2016201620162018
ModelCLSCLSCLSNiro
TrimCLS400CLS550AMG CLS63 SPlug-In Hybrid EX Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 $1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400  
6-speed automated manual   $1100
RWD$0$0  
AWD  $1700 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Adaptive cruise control   $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850 
Heated steering wheel$100$100 $100
Power trunk closer$350$350$350 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener   $125
Remote app$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system  $500 
Sunshade, rear, power $225$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350 
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist   $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150 
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100$100 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200
Lane keeping assist$400$400$400 
Obstacle detection, front  $150$150
Obstacle detection, rear  $250$250
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0 
Rear side airbags$300$300$300 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100 
Vehicle health reports   $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50 
Cargo cover   $75
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Roof rails   $250
Second-row low console$100$100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100 
Dual-zone climate control   $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Ionizing air filtration   $50
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175 
Rear wiper   $175
Residual heat$50$50$50 
Variable intermittent wipers   $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300 
Engine / Motor 
3.3 kW onboard charger   $0
9 kWh battery pack   $0
Automatic start / stop  $150$150
DC quick-charging capability   $750
Raised top speed limiter  $0 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters   $0
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0  
Body kit  $0 
Bodyside moldings   $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0 
Sunroof$900$900$900 
Wheel-lip moldings   $75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support   $100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325 
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0 
In-vehicle Internet $150$150 
Media drive $15$15 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0 
Rear seat USB outlets (optional)   $0
SD Card slot$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225 
Traffic + travel information $25$25 
Traffic information   $25
Voice control for external devices   $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50 
Wireless charging station   $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights $200$200 
Analog clock$25$25  
Approach detection   $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200 
Chronometer  $100 
Compass$0$0$0 
Cornering lights $50$50$50
Detailed driving style feedback   $100
Fog light, rear$100$100$100 
Fog lights   $125
Headlight washers$50$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting   $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25 
Tachometer$75$75$75 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver  $300 
Door sill trim plates$100$100 $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200 
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50
Massage, driver seat  $100 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150 
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50 
Synthetic suede headliner  $650 
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000$1000 
Wood trim$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000$1000  
Alloy wheels$350$350$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Rear air springs, auto-leveling  $350 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$11,680$12,895$16,720$6,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,305$6,520$10,345$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,938-6,069-9,6270

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Niro

Model Year20162018
ModelCLSNiro
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.2 in106.3 in
Length194.5 in171.5 in
Width74.1 in71.1 in
Height55.8 in60.4 in
Curb Weight4,035 lb.3,107 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.9 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room58.0 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in55.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.6 in48.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.3 ft319.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.354.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS400

Night Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Metal pedals75No
Total Requested20073%
Total Not Requested7527%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested125064%
Total Not Requested70036%
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-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested95050%
Total Not Requested95050%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550

Night Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Metal pedals75No
Total Requested20073%
Total Not Requested7527%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350No
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested85045%
Total Not Requested102555%
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-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested95050%
Total Not Requested95050%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG CLS63 S

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350No
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100No
Total Requested80048%
Total Not Requested85052%
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-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested95050%
Total Not Requested95050%

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