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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Volkswagen Passat 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. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,665 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $43,910 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,440 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $40,067 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $72,400 | $97,950 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Base Invoice | $67,332 | $91,094 | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $74,575 | $101,425 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Total Invoice | $69,507 | $94,569 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $39,270 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,742 | |||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 507hp V8 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 510, 12 | 510, 12 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $74,575 | $101,425 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,640 | -6,340 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $69,935 | $95,085 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $25,150 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
| Total Invoice | $69,507 | $94,569 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,325 | -5,911 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $65,182 | $88,658 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,274 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $23,476 | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| 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 | $1000 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,640 | $9,340 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,640 | $6,340 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,325 | -5,911 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | CLS | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 193.0 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,021 lb. | 3,167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
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