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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: $35,260 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||||
| Difference: $25,285 | |||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,606 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||||
| Difference: $22,766 | |||||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | E250 BlueTEC | E350 | E400 | E400 Hybrid | E63 AMG | E63 AMG S | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $51,800 | $52,300 | $62,350 | $57,100 | $93,600 | $100,600 | $31,790 | $33,925 | $35,995 |
| Base Invoice | $48,174 | $48,639 | $57,986 | $53,103 | $87,048 | $93,558 | $30,486 | $32,534 | $34,519 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,380 | 4,380 | 4,380 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 375 | 375 | 375 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 850 | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||||
| Body kit | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||||||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,073 | 4,073 | 4,073 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 279 | 279 | 279 | 279 | 300 | 300 | 300 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 744 | 744 | 744 | 744 | 791 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||||
| Body kit | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 7,820 | 7,820 | 1,820 | 7,820 | 850 | 0 | 2,650 | 2,650 | 2,650 |
| Options (change) | 7,273 | 7,273 | 1,693 | 7,273 | 791 | 0 | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 820 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $60,545 | $61,045 | $65,095 | $65,845 | $95,375 | $101,525 | $35,260 | $37,395 | $39,465 |
| Total Invoice | $56,372 | $56,837 | $60,604 | $61,301 | $88,764 | $94,483 | $33,606 | $35,654 | $37,639 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,445 | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,122 | |||||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | E250 BlueTEC | E350 | E400 | E400 Hybrid | E63 AMG | E63 AMG S | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 195hp I4 D | 302hp V6 | 329hp V6 | 302hp V6 H | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | ?, 8 | 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 | 245/40-18 | 245/45-17 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $60,545 | $61,045 | $65,095 | $65,845 | $95,375 | $101,525 | $35,260 | $37,395 | $39,465 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,840 | -2,840 | -3,890 | -2,840 | -9,840 | -10,190 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $57,705 | $58,205 | $61,205 | $63,005 | $85,535 | $91,335 | $35,260 | $37,395 | $39,365 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $500 | $3,500 | $5,300 | $27,830 | $33,630 | $0 | $2,135 | $4,105 |
| Total Invoice | $56,372 | $56,837 | $60,604 | $61,301 | $88,764 | $94,483 | $33,606 | $35,654 | $37,639 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,644 | -2,644 | -3,622 | -2,644 | -9,158 | -9,483 | 0 | 0 | -95 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,728 | $54,193 | $56,982 | $58,657 | $79,606 | $85,000 | $33,606 | $35,654 | $37,544 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $465 | $3,254 | $4,929 | $25,878 | $31,272 | $0 | $2,048 | $3,938 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | E250 BlueTEC | E350 | E400 | E400 Hybrid | E63 AMG | E63 AMG S | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |||||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||||||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||||||||
| Exterior | |||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | |||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $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 | $100 | |||||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | ||||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | |||||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | $450 | $450 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||||||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||||
| Transmission | |||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,190 | $7,190 | $8,240 | $7,190 | $14,190 | $14,540 | $4,350 | $4,350 | $4,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,840 | $2,840 | $3,890 | $2,840 | $9,840 | $10,190 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,644 | -2,644 | -3,622 | -2,644 | -9,158 | -9,483 | 0 | 0 | -95 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | E-Class | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 192.1 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,826 lb. | 3,173 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 | 16.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E250 BlueTEC
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1640 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1640 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E400 Hybrid
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1640 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 43% |
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