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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Optima 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. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,120 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $43,635 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,335 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $40,742 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | CLS | Optima |
| Trim | CLS400 | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $65,990 | $73,200 | $106,550 | $19,895 |
| Base Invoice | $61,371 | $68,076 | $99,092 | $18,510 |
| Folding second row seats | 440 | 440 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 400 | 400 | 200 | |
| Stability control | 650 | |||
| Convenience Package | 700 | |||
| Appearance Package | 700 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,300 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 409 | 409 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 372 | 372 | 160 | |
| Stability control | 580 | |||
| Convenience Package | 625 | |||
| Appearance Package | 625 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,160 | |||
| Options (change) | 840 | 840 | 0 | 3,550 |
| Options (change) | 781 | 781 | 0 | 3,150 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 675 |
| Total Price | $67,755 | $74,965 | $107,475 | $24,120 |
| Total Invoice | $63,077 | $69,782 | $100,017 | $22,335 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $36,880 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $34,453 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | CLS | Optima |
| Trim | CLS400 | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 329hp V6 | 402hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 162hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T9 | T7 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 360, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 215/50-17 |
| Total Price | $67,755 | $74,965 | $107,475 | $24,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,755 | -9,095 | -13,270 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $61,000 | $65,870 | $94,205 | $24,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,870 | $33,205 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $63,077 | $69,782 | $100,017 | $22,335 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,289 | -8,466 | -12,349 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $56,788 | $61,316 | $87,668 | $22,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,528 | $30,880 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | CLS | Optima |
| Trim | CLS400 | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| 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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 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 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $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 | $8,955 | $11,295 | $15,470 | $2,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,755 | $9,095 | $13,270 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,289 | -8,466 | -12,349 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | CLS | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 186.4 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,035 lb. | 3,143 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Stability control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Brake assist | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 19% |
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 23% |
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