Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2009 Porsche Cayman Porsche Cayman 2012

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

Join Us

Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Porsche Cayman 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. Porsche Cayman Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $55,885

Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 / R320   
Difference: $7,835

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009201220122012
ModelR-ClassCaymanCaymanCayman
TrimR350 / R320BaseSS Black Edition
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $47,650 $51,900 $62,100 $67,500
Premium I Package 5,350      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 710 710  
Heated front seats 720 525 525 525
Illuminated door sill trim plates 570 725 725  
Navigation system   3,430    
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers   0    
Power Seat Package   1,550 1,550 1,550
Obstacle detection, rear   530 530 530
Voice control for nav and audio   595 595 595
Automatic climate control, front   650 650  
CD changer, in-dash   650 650 650
Audio controls on steering wheel   615 615 125
Wood trim   890 890  
Infotainment Package     3,640  
Premium I Package 4,976      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 0 0  
Heated front seats 670 0 0 0
Illuminated door sill trim plates 530 0 0  
Navigation system   0    
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers   0    
Power Seat Package   0 0 0
Obstacle detection, rear   451 451 451
Voice control for nav and audio   0 0 0
Automatic climate control, front   0 0  
CD changer, in-dash   0 0 0
Audio controls on steering wheel   0 0 0
Wood trim   0 0  
Infotainment Package     0  
Options (change) 7,360 10,870 11,080 3,975
Options (change) 6,846 451 451 451
Destination 875 950 950 950
Total Price $55,885 $63,720 $74,130 $72,425

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 Porsche Cayman 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. Porsche Cayman

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 / R320
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman S Black Edition
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,295
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $44,639
Model Year2009201220122012
ModelR-ClassCaymanCaymanCayman
TrimR350 / R320BaseSS Black Edition
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine268hp V6265hp H6320hp H6330hp H6
TransmissionT7M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 12235, 9325, 11325, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/55-18205/55-17235/40-18235/35-19
Total Price$55,885$63,720$74,130$72,425
Adjustments for Features-6,4600-250-1,000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$49,425$63,720$73,880$71,425
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$10,160$7,705

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Model Year2009201220122012
ModelR-ClassCaymanCaymanCayman
TrimR350 / R320BaseSS Black Edition
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
AWD$1700   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Power flip-out rear side windows$125   
Power liftgate$350   
Power rear side windows$200   
Remote window/roof operation$15   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0   
Obstacle detection, front$150   
Rear side airbags$300   
Rearview camera$200   
Rollover sensor$50   
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500   
Temporary spare tire$150   
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75   
Cargo net $40$40$40
Console with shifter $150$150$150
Console without shifter$150   
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125   
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers$175  $175
Rear air vents$100   
Rear wiper$175   
Residual heat$50   
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15$15$15
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0$0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0   
Bodyside moldings$75   
Deep-tinted rear windows$275   
Rear bumper protector$40   
Rear spoiler$200   
Retractable rear spoiler $400$400$400
Infotainment 
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0$0$0
DVD-compatible player$0   
HD radio$50   
iPod integration$100   
Off-road navigation system $0$0$0
SD Card slot$25   
Surround sound$250 $250$250
USB port $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25   
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror   $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   $150
Automatic headlights$125   
Compass$0   
Cornering lights   $50
Headlight washers   $50
Interior ambient lighting $150$150$150
Steering-linked headlights   $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25   
Xenon HID headlights   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates   $100
Folding second row seats$300   
Folding third row seats$600   
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200 
Leather door panel trim $250$250$250
Leather seating surfaces $900$900$900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75   
Manual recliner, second row seats$75   
Manual recliner, third row seats$125   
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200
Metal pedals $75$75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300$-300
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0   
Wood trim$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Rear air springs, auto-leveling$350   
Total Value of Features$9,105$2,645$2,895$3,645
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,460$0$250$1,000
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,0150-5-19

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Model Year20092012
ModelR-ClassCayman
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase126.6 in95.1 in
Length203.0 in171.1 in
Width75.7 in70.9 in
Height65.4 in51.4 in
Curb Weight4,830 lb.2,977 lb.
Fuel Capacity25.1 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room60.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom40.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in0.0 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
15.3 ft314.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
42.2 ft314.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
85.0 ft314.5 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 / R320

Premium I Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Power liftgate300No
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power flip-out rear side windows125No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Traffic information25Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15Yes
iPod integration100Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested154052%
Total Not Requested145048%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested865100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested111576%
Total Not Requested35024%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%

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.