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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Cadillac STS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Cadillac STS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $66,595

Cadillac STS Premium   
Difference: $820

Lowest Total Invoice: $62,373

Cadillac STS Premium   
Difference: $394

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182011
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESTS
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 SPremium
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $52,200 $67,750 $66,700 $102,550 $109,700 $56,380
Base Invoice $48,546 $63,008 $62,031 $95,372 $102,021 $53,279
Premium 2 Package 6,190 2,120 2,000      
designo Package 4,900 4,900 4,200      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720      
Laminated front side windows 250 250        
Cooled or ventilated front seats 570 570 570      
Heated steering wheel 250 250 250      
Heated second row seats 580 580 580 580 580  
Rear air vents with automatic controls 760 760 760 760 760  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       600 600  
Synthetic suede headliner       1,600    
Premium Luxury Collection           2,840
Platinum Edition           6,500
Premium 2 Package 5,757 1,972 1,860      
designo Package 4,557 4,557 3,906      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670      
Laminated front side windows 233 233        
Cooled or ventilated front seats 530 530 530      
Heated steering wheel 233 233 233      
Heated second row seats 539 539 539 539 539  
Rear air vents with automatic controls 707 707 707 707 707  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       558 558  
Synthetic suede headliner       1,488    
Premium Luxury Collection           2,499
Platinum Edition           5,720
Options (change) 14,220 10,150 9,080 3,540 1,940 9,340
Options (change) 13,226 9,441 8,445 3,292 1,804 8,219
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 875
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,085 0 0 0
Total Price $67,415 $78,895 $72,690 $107,085 $112,635 $66,595
Total Invoice $62,767 $73,444 $67,386 $99,659 $104,820 $62,373

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Cadillac STS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,225
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,372
Model Year201820182018201820182011
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESTS
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 SPremium
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine302hp V6385hp V6329hp V6 PiH550hp V8577hp V8302hp V6
TransmissionT7T9T7T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14300, 15
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19265/45-20255/50-19265/45-20295/35-21235/50-18
Total Price$67,415$78,895$72,690$107,085$112,635$66,595
Adjustments for Features-4,045-7,420-6,945-8,720-8,7200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$63,370$71,475$65,745$98,365$103,915$66,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,105$2,375$34,995$40,545$0
Total Invoice$62,767$73,444$67,386$99,659$104,820$62,373
Adjustments for Features-3,766-6,907-6,438-8,115-8,1150
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$59,001$66,537$60,948$91,544$96,705$62,373
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,536$1,947$32,543$37,704$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Cadillac STS

Model Year201820182018201820182011
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESTS
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 SPremium
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 $1200$1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400    
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100
RWD$0    $0
AWD $1700$1700$1700$1700 
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100$100 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row$75$75$75$75$75 
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100  $100
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350$350 
Remote app$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote start     $150
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system   $500$500 
Sunshades, second row$125$125$125$125$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0$0 
Around view cameras   $500$500 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200$200 
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250$250 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front   $150$150 
Obstacle detection, rear   $250$250$250
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Rearview camera$200$200$200   
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50$50 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat  $150   
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25$25 
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails$250$250$250$250$250 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75$75 
Cargo net     $40
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15$15 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250$250$250$250 
Rear air vents with manual controls     $150
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175$175 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50$50 
Variable intermittent wipers     $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential     $300
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger  $0   
9 kWh battery pack  $0   
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150 
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275$275 
Laminated front side windows$200$200   $200
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia$0$0    
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia$0$0    
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0$0 
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40$40$40 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100$100 
App support$0$0$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash     $325
CD player$125$125$125$125$125 
HD radio$50$50$50$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
Media drive$15$15$15$15$15 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50$50$50 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
Rear seat audio controls     $25
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25$25 
USB port$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights$200$200$200$200$200 
Chronometer   $100$100 
Compass$0$0$0$0$0 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights     $125
Head-up display (HUD)     $350
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50$50 
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber engine cover    $0 
Door sill trim plates     $100
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150   
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals $75$75$75$75 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150$150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars   $500$500 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100     
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000$1000$1000$1000 
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350$350 
Auto-leveling rear shocks     $200
Chrome-plated alloy wheels     $850
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$9,485$12,860$12,385$14,160$14,160$5,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,045$7,420$6,945$8,720$8,720$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,766-6,907-6,438-8,115-8,1150

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Cadillac STS

Model Year20182011
ModelGLESTS
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.8 in116.4 in
Length189.1 in196.7 in
Width75.8 in72.6 in
Height70.7 in57.6 in
Curb Weight4,651 lb.3,974 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in57.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in38.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
38.2 ft313.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.3 ft313.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested210047%
Total Not Requested239053%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Total Requested225092%
Total Not Requested2008%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested30017%
Total Not Requested150083%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested195091%
Total Not Requested2009%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE550e

designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested195091%
Total Not Requested2009%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested30017%
Total Not Requested150083%

Option Package Details
Cadillac STS Premium

Premium Luxury Collection
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Termporary spare tire150Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Platinum Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Sunroof900Yes
235/50WR18 tires200No
255/45WR18 tires200No
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Termporary spare tire150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Chrome-plated alloy wheels500No
Total Requested225071%
Total Not Requested90029%

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