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Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,040 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $25,425 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,740 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $22,834 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $48,600 | $56,300 | $85,750 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Base Invoice | $45,198 | $52,359 | $79,748 | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 |
| Rear Seat Package | 430 | 430 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,950 | 4,400 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,590 | |||||
| Rear Seat Package | 400 | 400 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,674 | 4,092 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 279 | 279 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,479 | |||||
| Options (change) | 6,990 | 5,850 | 0 | 375 | 375 | 375 |
| Options (change) | 6,501 | 5,440 | 0 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $56,465 | $63,025 | $88,325 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $34,095 |
| Total Invoice | $52,574 | $58,674 | $82,323 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,670 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,385 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,003 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-17 | 245/45-17 | 255/40-18 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $56,465 | $63,025 | $88,325 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $34,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,040 | -4,740 | -4,890 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,425 | $58,285 | $83,435 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $33,995 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,860 | $30,010 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
| Total Invoice | $52,574 | $58,674 | $82,323 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,831 | -4,413 | -4,558 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,743 | $54,261 | $77,765 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,574 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,518 | $28,022 | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $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 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,665 | $7,365 | $7,515 | $2,625 | $2,625 | $2,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,040 | $4,740 | $4,890 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,831 | -4,413 | -4,558 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | E-Class | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 191.7 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,826 lb. | 3,167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1290 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1290 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 51% |
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