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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Lexus ES Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Lexus ES Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,689

Lexus ES 350   
Difference: $33,396

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,448

Lexus ES 350   
Difference: $30,957

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142014201420172017
ModelCLSCLSCLSESES
TrimCLS550CLS63 AMGCLS63 AMG S350300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $72,100 $99,500 $106,500 $38,900 $41,820
Base Invoice $67,053 $92,535 $99,045 $36,438 $39,171
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950 2,950    
Premium 1 Package 4,150 3,690 3,690    
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970 500 500
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 590        
Rear spoiler 400     319  
Ultra Luxury Package       3,500 3,000
Alloy wheels, optional design       40  
Power trunk closer       400 400
Heated steering wheel       450 450
LED headlights       515 515
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Audio Package       2,590 2,590
Blind spot warning system       500 500
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744 2,744    
Premium 1 Package 3,860 3,432 3,432    
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902 460 460
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 549        
Rear spoiler 372     209  
Ultra Luxury Package       3,221 2,761
Alloy wheels, optional design       37  
Power trunk closer       368 368
Heated steering wheel       415 415
LED headlights       473 473
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Audio Package       2,392 2,392
Blind spot warning system       460 460
Options (change) 9,060 7,610 7,610 8,814 7,955
Options (change) 8,427 7,078 7,078 8,035 7,329
Destination 925 925 925 975 975
Total Price $82,085 $108,035 $115,035 $48,689 $50,750
Total Invoice $76,405 $100,538 $107,048 $45,448 $47,475

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Lexus ES

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus ES 350
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,456
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,290
Model Year20142014201420172017
ModelCLSCLSCLSESES
TrimCLS550CLS63 AMGCLS63 AMG S350300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine402hp V8550hp V8577hp V8268hp V6156hp I4 H
TransmissionT7T7T7T6CVT-6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14610, 14835, 15835, 15
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-18255/35-19255/35-19215/55-17215/55-17
Total Price$82,085$108,035$115,035$48,689$50,750
Adjustments for Features-4,115-7,315-7,715-1750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$77,970$100,720$107,320$48,514$50,750
Cost Above Minimum$0$22,750$29,350$0$2,236
Total Invoice$76,405$100,538$107,048$45,448$47,475
Adjustments for Features-3,830-6,807-7,179-1630
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$72,575$93,731$99,869$45,285$47,475
Cost Above Minimum$0$21,156$27,294$0$2,190

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Lexus ES

Model Year20142014201420172017
ModelCLSCLSCLSESES
TrimCLS550CLS63 AMGCLS63 AMG S350300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT    $1100
RWD$0    
AWD $1700$1700  
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control   $600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850  
Heated steering wheel   $100$100
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500  
Sunshades, second row   $125$125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150  
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100$100
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150  
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200$200
Pedestrian detection   $50$50
Rollover sensor$50$50$50  
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100  
Vehicle health reports   $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50  
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25
Rear seat pass-through   $100$100
Second-row low console$100$100$100  
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control   $125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Residual heat$50$50$50  
Water-repellent front-door glass   $15$15
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150 $150
Raised top speed limiter  $0  
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0  
Panoramic sunroof   $1200 
Sunroof$900$900$900 $900
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325  
CD player   $125$125
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150  
Media drive$15$15$15  
SD Card slot$25$25$25  
Siri Eyes Free support   $0$0
Telematics service, such as OnStar   $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  $25$25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75  
Chronometer $100$100  
Cornering lights$50$50$50  
Fog light, rear$100$100$100  
Fog lights   $125$125
Headlight washers$50$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver $300$300  
Door sill trim plates$100$100 $100$100
Folding second row seats $300$300  
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200  
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150   
Massage, driver seat $100$100  
Metal pedals $75$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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100$100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50  
Synthetic suede headliner $650$650  
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000$1000  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500  
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000    
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Rear air springs, auto-leveling $350$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
Transmission 
Launch control $100$100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100  
Total Value of Features$8,930$12,130$12,530$4,990$4,815
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,115$7,315$7,715$175$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,830-6,807-7,179-1630

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Lexus ES

Model Year20142017
ModelCLSES
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in111.0 in
Length194.5 in192.7 in
Width74.1 in71.7 in
Height55.8 in57.1 in
Curb Weight4,256 lb.3,550 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.9 in37.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room58.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.6 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in40.0 in
Cargo Volume15.3 ft315.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested115058%
Total Not Requested85042%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
LED headlights-250Yes
Total Requested127586%
Total Not Requested20014%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested115058%
Total Not Requested85042%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
LED headlights-250Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG S

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested115058%
Total Not Requested85042%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
LED headlights-250Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%

Option Package Details
Lexus ES 350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Heated steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated steering wheel100No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0Yes
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Ultra Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof300No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Wood trim300Yes
Total Requested217584%
Total Not Requested42516%
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Mark Levinson, 835W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system550Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0Yes
Total Requested95073%
Total Not Requested35027%

Option Package Details
Lexus ES 300h

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Heated steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated steering wheel100No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0Yes
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Ultra Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Wood trim300Yes
Total Requested217595%
Total Not Requested1255%
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Mark Levinson, 835W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system550Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0Yes
Total Requested95073%
Total Not Requested35027%

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