Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2012 Audi A8 / S8 Audi A8 / S8 2015

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

Join Us

Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8 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 M-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $73,340

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350   
Difference: $23,635

Lowest Total Invoice: $68,270

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350   
Difference: $21,982

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122015
ModelM-ClassA8 / S8
TrimML350A8 L 3.0 TDI
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price $48,990 $85,100
Base Invoice $45,561 $79,144
Premium 2 Package 5,370  
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,250
Lighting Package 1,290  
Obstacle detection, rear 970  
Dynamic Handling Package 5,150  
3.0L V6 Diesel 1,500  
Panoramic sunroof 1,090  
Heated steering wheel 225  
Heated second row seats 620  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,970 3,000
Leather seating surfaces 1,620  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720  
Cold Weather Package   750
Premium Package   3,950
Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel   1,000
Premium 2 Package 4,994  
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,093
Lighting Package 1,200  
Obstacle detection, rear 902  
Dynamic Handling Package 4,790  
3.0L V6 Diesel 1,395  
Panoramic sunroof 1,014  
Heated steering wheel 209  
Heated second row seats 577  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,832 2,790
Leather seating surfaces 1,507  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670  
Cold Weather Package   697
Premium Package   3,673
Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel   930
Options (change) 23,475 10,950
Options (change) 21,834 10,183
Destination 875 925
Total Price $73,340 $96,975
Total Invoice $68,270 $90,252

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 M-Class dealer quotes or Audi A8 / S8 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 M-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,625
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,181
Model Year20122015
ModelM-ClassA8 / S8
TrimML350A8 L 3.0 TDI
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine240hp V6 D240hp V6 D
TransmissionT7T8
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/25 MPG24/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)830, 14630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/45-20255/45-19
Total Price$73,340$96,975
Adjustments for Features0-3,010
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$73,340$93,965
Total Invoice$68,270$90,252
Adjustments for Features0-2,801
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$68,270$87,451

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8

Model Year20122015
ModelM-ClassA8 / S8
TrimML350A8 L 3.0 TDI
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Power door closers $300
Power liftgate$350 
Power trunk closer $350
Semi-automated parking system$500 
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras $500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot collision prevention$150 
Collision preparation system, rear $100
Driver drowsiness monitor$150 
Full-size spare tire $225
Hill descent control$250 
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention$150 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Trailer sway control$25 
Wide-view front camera $150
Wide-view rear camera $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Aluminum roof rails$250 
Cargo area partition net$40 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo net $40
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Ski sack $50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear dual-zone climate control $125
Rear wiper$175 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel $1500
Rear bumper protector$40 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Handwriting recognition $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Cornering lights $50
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat $100
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
LED headlights $1000
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather door panel trim $250
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Wood trim $300
Wood trim, alternative type$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars$500 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$9,805$12,815
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,010
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,801

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8

Model Year20122015
ModelM-ClassA8 / S8
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase114.8 in122.9 in
Length189.1 in207.4 in
Width75.2 in76.7 in
Height70.7 in57.9 in
Curb Weight5,038 lb.4,564 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.21.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in59.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in57.8 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in42.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
36.2 ft314.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
71.0 ft314.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested246579%
Total Not Requested65021%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical400Yes
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
265/45HR20 tires400No
Total Requested140061%
Total Not Requested90039%

Option Package Details
Audi A8 / S8 A8 L 3.0 TDI

Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel600No
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested700100%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Wide-view rear camera0No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%

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 SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.