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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $45,995

Lincoln MKZ   
Difference: $22,090

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,345

Lincoln MKZ   
Difference: $20,037

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122015201520152015
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassMKZMKZMKZMKZ
TrimE350E550E63 AMGBaseHybridBlack LabelHybrid Black Label
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $50,490 $59,790 $88,900 $35,190 $35,190 $45,605 $45,605
Base Invoice $46,956 $55,605 $82,677 $33,431 $33,431 $42,869 $42,869
Premium 1 Package 4,000 4,450 2,550        
Premium 2 Package 2,450 2,450 2,450        
Rear Seat Package 440 440          
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970        
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950 2,950        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720          
Illuminated door sill trim plates 800 800 850        
Leather seating surfaces 1,620            
Heated second row seats 625 625          
Cooled or ventilated front seats 450            
Heated steering wheel 490 490          
AC power outlet 115 115          
Panoramic sunroof 1,090 1,090 1,090        
Technology Package       2,495 2,495 2,495 2,495
Reserve Package       4,420 4,420    
Sunroof, large       2,995 2,995 2,995 2,995
Premium 1 Package 3,720 4,139 2,372        
Premium 2 Package 2,279 2,279 2,279        
Rear Seat Package 409 409          
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902        
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744 2,744        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669          
Illuminated door sill trim plates 744 744 791        
Leather seating surfaces 1,507            
Heated second row seats 581 581          
Cooled or ventilated front seats 419            
Heated steering wheel 456 456          
AC power outlet 107 107          
Panoramic sunroof 1,014 1,014 1,014        
Technology Package       2,271 2,271 2,271 2,271
Reserve Package       4,022 4,022    
Sunroof, large       2,726 2,726 2,726 2,726
Options (change) 16,720 15,100 10,860 9,910 9,910 5,490 5,490
Options (change) 15,551 14,044 10,102 9,019 9,019 4,997 4,997
Destination 875 875 875 895 895 895 895
Total Price $68,085 $75,765 $100,635 $45,995 $45,995 $51,990 $51,990
Total Invoice $63,382 $70,524 $93,654 $43,345 $43,345 $48,761 $48,761

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lincoln MKZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,122
Model Year2012201220122015201520152015
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassMKZMKZMKZMKZ
TrimE350E550E63 AMGBaseHybridBlack LabelHybrid Black Label
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8240hp I4141hp I4 H240hp I4141hp I4 H
TransmissionT7T7T7T6CVTT6CVT
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14610, 14?, 11?, 11?, 11?, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-17245/40-18255/35-19245/45-18245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19
Total Price$68,085$75,765$100,635$45,995$45,995$51,990$51,990
Adjustments for Features-10-1,710-1,585-1000-1,600-1,500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$68,075$74,055$99,050$45,895$45,995$50,390$50,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,980$30,975$0$100$4,495$4,595
Total Invoice$63,382$70,524$93,654$43,345$43,345$48,761$48,761
Adjustments for Features-9-1,592-1,475-940-1,501-1,407
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$63,373$68,932$92,179$43,251$43,345$47,260$47,354
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,559$28,806$0$94$4,009$4,103

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year2012201220122015201520152015
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassMKZMKZMKZMKZ
TrimE350E550E63 AMGBaseHybridBlack LabelHybrid Black Label
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200    
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100 $1100 
CVT    $1000 $1000
RWD$0 $0    
AWD $1700     
FWD   $0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 $100$100$100$100
Active noise reduction   $0$0$0$0
Adaptive cruise control   $600$600$600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850    
Heated steering wheel$100$100 $100$100$100$100
Keyless entry keypad   $50$50$50$50
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250$250    
Remote app   $25$25$25$25
Remote climate control   $25$25$25$25
Remote start   $150$150$150$150
Semi-automated parking system   $500$500$500$500
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist   $25$25$25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0    
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200    
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150    
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100$100$100$100
Inflatable rear seat belts     $200$200
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75$75$75
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150    
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200$200$200$200
Rollover sensor$50$50$50    
Safety key   $5$5$5$5
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150 $150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100$100$100$100
Vehicle health reports   $0$0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat   $40$40$40$40
Console with shifter  $150    
Console without shifter$150$150 $150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25$25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50    
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100    
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15    
Residual heat$50$50$50    
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150 $150 $150
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0    
Bodyside cladding   $350$350$350$350
Bodyside moldings$75$75     
Laminated front side windows   $200$200$200$200
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200    
Rear spoiler  $200    
Sunroof, large   $1100$1100$1100$1100
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325    
CD player   $125$125$125$125
Concierge Services - 4 year subscription     $200$200
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0    
iPod integration$100$100$100    
Media drive$15$15$15    
Navigation, turn-by-turn   $25$25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25$25$25
Surround sound$250$250$250    
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200    
Traffic + travel information   $25$25$25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25    
USB port   $25$25$25$25
Voice control for external devices   $0$0$0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot capability   $0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25     
Chronometer  $100    
Detailed driving style feedback    $100 $100
Fog light, rear$100$100$100    
Fog lights   $125$125$125$125
Headlight washers$50$50$50    
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display   $250$250$250$250
LED headlights   $1000$1000$1000$1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25    
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50$50$50
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver  $300    
Heated second row seats$200$200 $200$200$200$200
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250  $250$250
Massage, driver seat  $100    
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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100$100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100    
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50    
Synthetic suede headliner     $650$650
Upgraded floor mats     $0$0
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather     $200$200
Wood trim$300$300$300$300$300  
Wood trim, alternative type     $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100     
Alloy wheels$350 $350$350$350$350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200$200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)  $0    
Polished alloy wheels $350     
Rear air springs, auto-leveling  $350    
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0    
Transmission 
Launch control  $100    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100 $100 
Total Value of Features$8,580$10,280$10,155$8,670$8,570$10,170$10,070
Value of Feature Adjustments$10$1,710$1,585$100$0$1,600$1,500
Value of Feature Adjustments-9-1,592-1,475-940-1,501-1,407

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year20122015
ModelE-ClassMKZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.1 in112.2 in
Length191.7 in194.1 in
Width73.0 in73.4 in
Height57.7 in58.2 in
Curb Weight3,826 lb.3,720 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in57.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in36.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in37.0 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
HD radio50Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested147564%
Total Not Requested84036%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested145097%
Total Not Requested503%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
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, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested75042%
Total Not Requested105058%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
HD radio50Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested177568%
Total Not Requested84032%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested145097%
Total Not Requested503%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
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, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested75042%
Total Not Requested105058%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver200No
Massage, driver seat100No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested122580%
Total Not Requested31520%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
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, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested75042%
Total Not Requested105058%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested145067%
Total Not Requested70033%
Reserve Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power decklid300Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Remote air conditioning25No
Remote app25No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
HD radio50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested315094%
Total Not Requested2006%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested145067%
Total Not Requested70033%
Reserve Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power decklid300Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Remote air conditioning25No
Remote app25No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
HD radio50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested315094%
Total Not Requested2006%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested145067%
Total Not Requested70033%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested145067%
Total Not Requested70033%

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