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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Tesla Model S 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. Tesla Model S Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $70,070 Tesla Model S | ||||
| Difference: $745 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | CLS400 | CLS550 | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $67,550 | $74,850 | $67,400 | $92,400 |
| Folding second row seats | 440 | 440 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,900 | 1,500 | ||
| Premium Package | 4,200 | |||
| Wheel Package | 260 | |||
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 500 | |||
| Tech Package | 3,750 | 3,750 | ||
| Nappa Leather | 1,500 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 750 | 750 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 409 | 409 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,767 | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,906 | |||
| Wheel Package | 242 | |||
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 465 | |||
| Tech Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Nappa Leather | 0 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,340 | 5,400 | 9,000 | 6,000 |
| Options (change) | 2,176 | 5,022 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 1,170 | 1,170 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -7,500 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $70,815 | $81,175 | $70,070 | $92,070 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Tesla Model S
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS400 | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,075 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $69,628 | ||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | CLS400 | CLS550 | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 329hp V6 | 402hp V8 | 302hp E | 416hp E |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | A1 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 610, 14 | 200, 7 | 200, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 245/45-19 | 245/35-21 |
| Total Price | $70,815 | $81,175 | $70,070 | $92,070 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,820 | -5,560 | 0 | -975 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,995 | $75,615 | $70,070 | $91,095 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,620 | $0 | $21,025 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | CLS400 | CLS550 | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | ||
| 60 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | |||
| High-performance inverter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,655 | $11,395 | $5,835 | $6,810 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,820 | $5,560 | $0 | $975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,625 | -5,175 | 0 | 67 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | Model S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 116.5 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 196.0 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 77.3 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,035 lb. | 4,648 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 57.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 35.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 31.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 | 63.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 10 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1935 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 22% |
| Nappa Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 10 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1735 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 24% |
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