Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLA Mercedes-Benz CLA 2017

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

Join Us

Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 R-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,920

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $20,250

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,904

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $18,837

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220172017
ModelR-ClassCLACLA
TrimR350CLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $52,690 $32,400 $49,950
Base Invoice $49,002 $30,132 $46,454
Premium 2 Package 4,400    
Obstacle detection, rear 800    
Panoramic sunroof 1,090    
Xenon HID headlights 985    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 600 800 350
Heated front seats 750    
Blind spot warning system 600    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720
Telematics service, such as OnStar 660    
Premium Package   2,350 2,350
Multimedia Package   2,300 2,300
Parktronic Package   970 970
Convenience Package   500 500
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   850  
Rear spoiler   300  
Sunroof, large   1,480 1,480
Wood trim   325 325
Premium 2 Package 4,092    
Obstacle detection, rear 744    
Panoramic sunroof 1,014    
Xenon HID headlights 916    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 558 744 326
Heated front seats 698    
Blind spot warning system 558    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 669 669
Telematics service, such as OnStar 614    
Premium Package   2,186 2,186
Multimedia Package   2,139 2,139
Parktronic Package   902 902
Convenience Package   465 465
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   791  
Rear spoiler   273  
Sunroof, large   1,376 1,376
Wood trim   302 302
Options (change) 10,605 10,595 8,995
Options (change) 9,864 9,847 8,365
Destination 875 925 925
Total Price $64,170 $43,920 $59,870
Total Invoice $59,741 $40,904 $55,744

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 R-Class dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 R-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,295
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,017
Model Year201220172017
ModelR-ClassCLACLA
TrimR350CLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine302hp V6208hp I4375hp I4
TransmissionT7S7S7
DrivetrainAWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 12450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19225/45-17235/40-18
Total Price$64,170$43,920$59,870
Adjustments for Features-1,9550-2,875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$62,215$43,920$56,995
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$13,075
Total Invoice$59,741$40,904$55,744
Adjustments for Features-1,8200-2,677
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$57,921$40,904$53,067
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$12,163

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year201220172017
ModelR-ClassCLACLA
TrimR350CLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200  
7-speed automated manual $1200$1200
AWD$1700 $1700
FWD $0 
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100
Power liftgate$350  
Remote app $25$25
Remote climate control $25$25
Remote start via app $75$75
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Semi-automated parking system $500$500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0  
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150
Forward collision warning $200$200
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0$0
Rear side airbags$300  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Tires, run-flat $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75  
Console with shifter  $150
Console without shifter$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175  
Residual heat$50  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150
Dual-mode exhaust  $250
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0
Body kit$0 $0
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Front splitter spoiler  $200
Panoramic sunroof$1200  
Rear bumper protector$40  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
In-vehicle Internet $150$150
iPod integration$100  
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Traffic information$25  
USB port $25$25
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Chronometer  $100
Compass$0  
Headlight washers$50  
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Xenon HID headlights$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats$600  
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Manual recliner, third row seats$125  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150
Metal pedals  $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Rear air springs, auto-leveling$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Total Value of Features$9,305$7,350$10,225
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,955$0$2,875
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,8200-2,677

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20122017
ModelR-ClassCLA
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase126.6 in106.3 in
Length203.1 in182.3 in
Width77.1 in70.0 in
Height65.4 in56.6 in
Curb Weight4,961 lb.3,263 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room60.3 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom39.8 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom40.4 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.6 in53.2 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in27.1 in
Row 3 Headroom37.2 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room52.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom32.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.2 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
42.2 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
85.0 ft313.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power liftgate300No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested125056%
Total Not Requested100044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

LED headlights, single projector or low beam only
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested32576%
Total Not Requested10024%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested32576%
Total Not Requested10024%

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.