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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Lexus LS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Lexus LS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $71,755

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350   
Difference: $37,025

Lowest Total Invoice: $66,800

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350   
Difference: $33,354

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152015201520162016
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassLSLS
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMG460L600h L
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price $49,800 $48,300 $62,900 $98,400 $78,820 $120,440
Base Invoice $46,314 $44,919 $58,497 $91,512 $72,513 $110,805
Lighting Package 1,390 1,390 1,390      
Premium 1 Package 4,030 4,030        
designo Package 4,900 4,900 4,200      
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970      
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 1,610 1,610 1,610      
Special order charge 250 250 250 250    
Driver Assistance Package 2,800 2,800 2,800 1,950    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 310 310        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720      
Power door closers 550 550 550 550    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 570 570 570      
Proximity key 650 650        
Heated second row seats 620 620 620 620    
Rear air vents with automatic controls 790 790 790      
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 420    
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950    
Convenience Package       580    
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       590    
Synthetic suede headliner       1,920    
Executive Class Seating Package         16,510  
Heated steering wheel         150  
Air Suspension w/VGRS         2,120  
Mark Levinson 450W 19 speakers         1,580  
LED headlights         1,450  
All Weather Package         200  
Advanced Pre-Collision System         6,500 6,500
Blind spot warning system         500  
Lighting Package 1,293 1,293 1,293      
Premium 1 Package 3,748 3,748        
designo Package 4,557 4,557 3,906      
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902      
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 1,497 1,497 1,497      
Special order charge 233 233 233 233    
Driver Assistance Package 2,604 2,604 2,744 1,814    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 288 288        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670      
Power door closers 512 512 512 512    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 530 530 530      
Proximity key 605 605        
Heated second row seats 577 577 577 577    
Rear air vents with automatic controls 735 735 735      
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 391    
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,814 1,814 1,814 1,814    
Convenience Package       539    
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel       549    
Synthetic suede headliner       1,786    
Executive Class Seating Package         15,187  
Heated steering wheel         140  
Air Suspension w/VGRS         1,949  
Mark Levinson 450W 19 speakers         1,455  
LED headlights         1,336  
All Weather Package         184  
Advanced Pre-Collision System         5,980 5,980
Blind spot warning system         460  
Options (change) 22,530 22,530 16,840 8,830 29,010 6,500
Options (change) 20,956 20,956 15,804 8,215 26,691 5,980
Destination 925 925 925 925 950 950
Total Price $73,255 $71,755 $80,665 $108,155 $108,780 $127,890
Total Invoice $68,195 $66,800 $75,226 $100,652 $100,154 $117,735

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Lexus LS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML250 BlueTEC
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $34,020
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,591
Model Year201520152015201520162016
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassLSLS
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMG460L600h L
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine200hp I4 D302hp V6329hp V6518hp V8386hp V8389hp V8 H
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T8CVT-8
DrivetrainAWDRWDAWDAWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8830, 14830, 14450, 19450, 19
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/55-18255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20235/50-18245/45-19
Total Price$73,255$71,755$80,665$108,155$108,780$127,890
Adjustments for Features-1,7000-1,950-3,425-3,205-2,830
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$71,555$71,755$78,715$104,730$105,575$125,060
Cost Above Minimum$0$200$7,160$33,175$0$19,485
Total Invoice$68,195$66,800$75,226$100,652$100,154$117,735
Adjustments for Features-1,5830-1,819-3,187-2,951-2,605
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$66,612$66,800$73,407$97,465$97,203$115,130
Cost Above Minimum$0$188$6,795$30,853$0$17,927

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Lexus LS

Model Year201520152015201520162016
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassLSLS
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMG460L600h L
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1300 
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT     $1100
AWD$1700 $1700$1700 $1700
RWD $0  $0 
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100$100 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row   $75  
Heated steering wheel    $100$100
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350  
Power trunk closer    $350$350
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500  
Sunshade, rear, power    $225$225
Sunshades, second row   $125  
Sunshades, second row, power    $225$225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras   $500  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200  
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150  
Cross-traffic warning, rear    $100$100
Driver attention monitor    $500$500
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150  
Full-size spare tire    $225$225
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250  
Knee airbag, passenger    $75$75
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150$150  
Lane keeping assist    $400$400
Pedestrian detection    $50$50
Rearview camera$200$200$200 $200$200
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50  
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150  
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25  
Vehicle health reports    $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment    $50 
Aluminum roof rails$250$250$250$250  
Cargo area partition net$40$40$40$40  
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75  
Console with shifter    $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150  
Overhead sunglass holder    $25$25
Rear seat pass-through   $100  
Second-row high console    $250 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)    $50$50
Climate Control 
Air purifier    $50$50
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15  
Rear dual-zone climate control    $125$125
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175  
Residual heat$50$50$50$50  
Water-repellent front-door glass    $15$15
Wiper de-icer    $25$25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 $150
Exterior 
Body kit   $0  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275  
Laminated front side windows    $200$200
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia$0$0$0   
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia$0$0$0   
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40$40  
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200  
Self-repairing paint    $0$0
Infotainment 
Blu-Ray-compatible entertainment system    $100 
CD changer, in-dash    $325$325
CD player$125$125$125$125  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$1200$1200$1200$1200  
Entertainment system, console-mounted    $1000 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150  
Media drive$15$15$15$15  
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0  
Rear seat audio controls     $25
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25  
Siri Eyes Free support    $0$0
Surround sound  $250$250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225  
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock    $25$25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75$75
Chronometer   $100  
Compass$0$0$0$0  
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100  
Fog lights    $125$125
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat    $100$100
Interior ambient lighting    $150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display     $25
LED headlights    $1000$1000
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated second row seats    $200$200
Coordinated climate control, front seats    $0$0
Coordinated climate control, rear seats    $0$0
Door sill trim plates    $100$100
Foldaway tray table, second row    $75 
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300  
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200  
Massage, second row seats    $150$150
Memory system, second row seats    $150$150
Metal pedals   $75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats    $225$225
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats    $75$75
Power legrest, right second row seat    $500 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100
Power recliner, second row seats    $150$150
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row    $25$25
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $100$100
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats    $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars   $500  
Active steering    $1000$1000
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0$0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100  
Total Value of Features$9,835$8,135$10,085$11,560$11,340$10,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,700$0$1,950$3,425$3,205$2,830
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,5830-1,819-3,187-2,951-2,605

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Lexus LS

Model Year20152016
ModelM-ClassLS
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase114.8 in121.7 in
Length189.1 in205.0 in
Width75.2 in73.8 in
Height70.7 in58.1 in
Curb Weight4,752 lb.4,278 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.22.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in36.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
36.2 ft318.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
71.0 ft318.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML250 BlueTEC

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested190092%
Total Not Requested1658%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested315095%
Total Not Requested1505%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested190092%
Total Not Requested1658%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested315095%
Total Not Requested1505%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML400

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather700Yes
Total Requested195093%
Total Not Requested1507%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested105075%
Total Not Requested35025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested105075%
Total Not Requested35025%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Total Requested12556%
Total Not Requested10044%

Option Package Details
Lexus LS 460L

Mark Levinson, 450W, 19 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Mark Levinson, 450W, 19 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%
LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested20029%
Total Not Requested50071%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Executive Class Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Wood trim, expanded coverage0No
Second-row high console250No
AC power outlet100Yes
Foldaway tray table, second row75No
A/V input jacks25No
Power legrest, right second row seat500No
Blu-Ray-compatible entertainment system100No
Entertainment system, console-mounted1000Yes
Second-row buckets500No
Cooled or ventilated second row seats200No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150Yes
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Massage, second row seats150No
Rear seat audio controls25No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats225No
Memory system, second row seats150No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats150No
Air purifier50No
Coordinated climate control, rear seats0No
Rear side airbags300Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Total Requested340053%
Total Not Requested302547%
Air Suspension w/VGRS
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Active steering1000No
Total Requested175064%
Total Not Requested100036%
All Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Headlight washers50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Quick response PTC heater (optional)0No
Total Requested5067%
Total Not Requested2533%
Advanced Pre-Collision System
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Driver attention monitor500No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested170076%
Total Not Requested55024%

Option Package Details
Lexus LS 600h L

Advanced Pre-Collision System
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Driver attention monitor500No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested170076%
Total Not Requested55024%

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