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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus IS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus IS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $41,715

Lexus IS 250   
Difference: $22,810

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,997

Lexus IS 250   
Difference: $24,074

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220062006
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassISIS
TrimE350E550E63 AMG250350
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $50,490 $59,790 $88,900 $29,990 $35,440
Base Invoice $46,956 $55,605 $82,677 $26,389 $31,186
Premium 2 Package 2,450 2,450 2,450    
Premium 1 Package 4,000 4,450 2,550    
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950 2,950    
Sport Package 0     3,695 3,695
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970 500 500
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720      
Leather seating surfaces 1,620        
Cooled or ventilated front seats 450        
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system       2,850 2,850
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.       3,990 3,990
Headlight washers       100 100
Premium 2 Package 2,279 2,279 2,279    
Premium 1 Package 3,720 4,139 2,372    
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744 2,744    
Sport Package 0     2,956 2,956
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902 400 400
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669      
Leather seating surfaces 1,507        
Cooled or ventilated front seats 419        
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system       2,280 2,280
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.       3,302 3,302
Headlight washers       80 80
Options (change) 13,160 11,540 8,920 11,135 11,135
Options (change) 12,240 10,733 8,297 9,018 9,018
Destination 875 875 875 590 590
Total Price $64,525 $72,205 $98,695 $41,715 $47,165
Total Invoice $60,071 $67,213 $91,849 $35,997 $40,794

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus IS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus IS 250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,195
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,778
Model Year20122012201220062006
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassISIS
TrimE350E550E63 AMG250350
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8204hp V6306hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7M6T6
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14610, 14300, 14300, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18255/35-19225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$64,525$72,205$98,695$41,715$47,165
Adjustments for Features-4,615-6,315-7,0150-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$59,910$65,890$91,680$41,715$46,115
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,980$31,770$0$4,400
Total Invoice$60,071$67,213$91,849$35,997$40,794
Adjustments for Features-4,296-5,878-6,5280-908
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$55,775$61,335$85,321$35,997$39,886
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,560$29,546$0$3,889

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20122012201220062006
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassISIS
TrimE350E550E63 AMG250350
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200  
6-speed manual   $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1100
RWD$0 $0$0$0
AWD $1700   
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control   $600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850  
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250$250  
Power trunk closer$350$350$350  
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0  
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150  
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150  
Forward collision warning$200$200$200  
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150  
Lane departure warning$200$200$200  
Rollover sensor$50$50$50  
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter  $150$150$150
Console without shifter$150$150   
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100$100
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50  
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Residual heat$50$50$50  
Water-repellent front-door glass   $15$15
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150  
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0  
Bodyside moldings$75$75   
Rear spoiler  $200  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25  
HD radio$50$50$50  
iPod integration$100$100$100  
Media drive$15$15$15  
Satellite radio$200$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Traffic information$25$25$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25   
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror   $75$75
Chronometer  $100  
Compass$0$0$0  
Fog light, rear$100$100$100  
Fog lights   $125$125
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver  $300  
Folding second row seats  $300  
Massage, driver seat  $100  
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  
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50  
Wood trim$300$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500  
Alloy wheels$350 $350$350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200  
Performance steering system (optional)  $0  
Polished alloy wheels $350   
Rear air springs, auto-leveling  $350  
Transmission 
Launch control  $100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100 $100
Total Value of Features$6,480$8,180$8,880$1,865$2,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,615$6,315$7,015$0$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,296-5,878-6,5280-908

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20122006
ModelE-ClassIS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.1 in107.5 in
Length191.7 in180.1 in
Width73.0 in70.9 in
Height57.7 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,826 lb.3,456 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in43.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in52.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in30.6 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
HD radio50No
iPod integration100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200No
Total Requested135058%
Total Not Requested96542%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0No
245/40ZR18 tires200No
Total Requested25056%
Total Not Requested20044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
HD radio50No
iPod integration100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200No
Total Requested165063%
Total Not Requested96537%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver200No
Massage, driver seat100No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested120078%
Total Not Requested34022%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%

Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250

Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested125078%
Total Not Requested35022%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
225/40YR18 tires200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Metal pedals75No
255/40YR18 tires200No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested205079%
Total Not Requested55021%

Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350

Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested125078%
Total Not Requested35022%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
225/40YR18 tires200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Metal pedals75No
255/40YR18 tires200No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested205079%
Total Not Requested55021%

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