Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2016 Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2008

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $41,244

Volkswagen Passat VR6   
Difference: $20,201

Lowest Total Invoice: $38,085

Volkswagen Passat VR6   
Difference: $19,125

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620162008
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassPassat
TrimE250 BlueTECE350E400AMG E63 SVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $52,650 $53,100 $63,100 $101,700 $36,050
Base Invoice $48,965 $49,383 $58,683 $94,581 $33,597
Premium 1 Package 4,180 4,180      
Sport Package 0 0      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720    
Sunshades, second row 380 380 380 380  
Special order charge 250 250 250 250  
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 420 350
Rear spoiler 300 300 300   479
Leather seating surfaces 1,620 1,620      
iPod integration         0
Heated front seats         225
Body kit         1,650
Navigation system         1,800
Premium 1 Package 3,887 3,887      
Sport Package 0 0      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670    
Sunshades, second row 353 353 353 353  
Special order charge 233 233 233 233  
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 391 310
Rear spoiler 279 279 279   310
Leather seating surfaces 1,507 1,507      
iPod integration         0
Heated front seats         199
Body kit         1,390
Navigation system         1,589
Options (change) 7,870 7,870 2,070 1,050 4,504
Options (change) 7,320 7,320 1,926 977 3,798
Destination 925 925 925 925 690
Total Price $61,445 $61,895 $66,095 $103,675 $41,244
Total Invoice $57,210 $57,628 $61,534 $96,483 $38,085

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz E-Class dealer quotes or Volkswagen Passat dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat VR6
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,761
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,922
Model Year20162016201620162008
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassPassat
TrimE250 BlueTECE350E400AMG E63 SVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine195hp I4 D302hp V6329hp V6577hp V8280hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14?, 8610, 14600, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-17245/40-18245/40-18255/35-19235/40-18
Total Price$61,445$61,895$66,095$103,675$41,244
Adjustments for Features-3,440-3,440-4,465-10,8650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$58,005$58,455$61,630$92,810$41,244
Cost Above Minimum$0$450$3,625$34,805$0
Total Invoice$57,210$57,628$61,534$96,483$38,085
Adjustments for Features-3,203-3,203-4,157-10,1110
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$54,007$54,425$57,377$86,372$38,085
Cost Above Minimum$0$418$3,370$32,365$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20162016201620162008
ModelE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassPassat
TrimE250 BlueTECE350E400AMG E63 SVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1100
RWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $1700 
FWD    $0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate   $100 
Power trunk closer   $350 
Proximity key  $250$250 
Remote app$25$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system   $500 
Sunshade, rear    $125
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225 $225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot warning system  $200  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150 
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200 
Full-size spare tire    $225
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Lane departure warning  $200  
Obstacle detection, front   $150 
Obstacle detection, rear   $250$250
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Rearview camera$200$200$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50 
Temporary spare tire $150$150$150 
Tires, run-flat$150    
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net    $40
Console with shifter   $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150  
Overhead sunglass holder    $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Raised top speed limiter   $0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings    $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100$100 
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0 
HD radio$50$50$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
iPod integration    $100
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25 
Surround sound$250$250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25 
USB port$25$25$25$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights   $200 
Chronometer   $100 
Cornering lights   $50 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights    $125
Headlight washers   $50 
Interior ambient lighting    $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150 
LED headlights   $1000 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights   $150$150
Xenon HID headlights    $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim    $100
Automatic seat bolsters, driver   $300 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200 
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Massage, driver seat   $100 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats   $50 
Synthetic suede headliner   $650 
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150 
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300 
Wood trim$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100$100  
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 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0 $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100 
Total Value of Features$7,305$7,305$8,330$14,730$3,865
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,440$3,440$4,465$10,865$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,203-3,203-4,157-10,1110

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20162008
ModelE-ClassPassat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in106.7 in
Length192.1 in188.2 in
Width73.0 in71.7 in
Height57.1 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,826 lb.3,306 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume16.4 ft314.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E250 BlueTEC

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested140048%
Total Not Requested151552%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested25091%
Total Not Requested259%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested140048%
Total Not Requested151552%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40HR18 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested25053%
Total Not Requested22547%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat VR6

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
Total Requested600126%
Total Not Requested-125-26%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans, Wagons, Coupes, and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.