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Mercedes-Benz M-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 M-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,845 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | |||||
| Difference: $20,990 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,679 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | |||||
| Difference: $19,520 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | Passat |
| Trim | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $46,490 | $55,790 | $57,590 | $92,590 | $28,755 |
| Base Invoice | $43,236 | $51,885 | $53,559 | $86,109 | $26,861 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,990 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,720 | 3,720 | 3,720 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,758 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 310 | ||||
| Options (change) | 5,470 | 5,470 | 4,720 | 0 | 2,340 |
| Options (change) | 5,088 | 5,088 | 4,390 | 0 | 2,068 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 750 |
| Total Price | $52,835 | $62,135 | $63,185 | $93,465 | $31,845 |
| Total Invoice | $49,199 | $57,848 | $58,824 | $86,984 | $29,679 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat Komfort | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,170 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,963 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | Passat |
| Trim | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 275hp V6 H | 382hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | B8 | T7 | T7 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 440, 12 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 235/65-17 | 255/50-19 | 295/40-20 | 235/45-17 |
| Total Price | $52,835 | $62,135 | $63,185 | $93,465 | $31,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,820 | -6,320 | -5,870 | -11,445 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,015 | $55,815 | $57,315 | $82,020 | $31,845 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,800 | $8,300 | $33,005 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $49,199 | $57,848 | $58,824 | $86,984 | $29,679 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,557 | -5,884 | -5,465 | -10,651 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,642 | $51,964 | $53,359 | $76,333 | $29,679 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,322 | $7,717 | $30,691 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | Passat |
| Trim | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable 2-mode automatic | $2000 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,620 | $9,120 | $8,670 | $14,245 | $2,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,820 | $6,320 | $5,870 | $11,445 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,557 | -5,884 | -5,465 | -10,651 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | M-Class | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 188.0 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 59.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 3,513 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.8 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1240 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML450 Hybrid
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1240 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1240 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat Komfort
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 665 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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