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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $134,050

Audi R8 4.2   
Difference: $3,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $124,884

Audi R8 4.2   
Difference: $3,193

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102008
ModelS-ClassR8
TrimS63 AMG4.2
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Coupe
Base Price $133,550 $109,000
Base Invoice $124,202 $101,370
Convenience Package   3,500
Metallic paint (extra cost)   650
Synthetic suede headliner   1,300
Navigation system   2,000
6-speed automated manual   9,000
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   5,500
Convenience Package   3,255
Metallic paint (extra cost)   605
Synthetic suede headliner   1,209
Navigation system   1,860
6-speed automated manual   8,370
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   5,115
Options (change) 0 21,950
Options (change) 0 20,414
Destination 875 1,000
Gas Tax 3,000 2,100
Total Price $137,425 $134,050
Total Invoice $128,077 $124,884

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,740
Model Year20102008
ModelS-ClassR8
TrimS63 AMG4.2
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Coupe
Engine518hp V8420hp V8
TransmissionT7S6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)11/18 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 14140, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-20235/35-19
Total Price$137,425$134,050
Adjustments for Features-9,5850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$127,840$134,050
Total Invoice$128,077$124,884
Adjustments for Features-8,9330
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$119,144$124,884

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8

Model Year20102008
ModelS-ClassR8
TrimS63 AMG4.2
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
6-speed automated manual $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Parking guidance system - passive$250 
Power door closers$300 
Power rear side windows$200 
Power trunk closer$350 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Sunshades, second row, power$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags$300 
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents$100 
Residual heat$50 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Laminated front side windows$200 
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200 
Chronometer$100 
Cornering lights$50 
Digital instruments$0 
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers$50 
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300 
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Massage, driver seat$100 
Massage, passenger seat$100 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Memory system, passenger seat$150 
No leather in second row $-300
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather$200 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1000
Wood trim$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000 
Crosswind stabilization$50 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$14,655$5,070
Value of Feature Adjustments$9,585$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-8,9330

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8

Model Year20102008
ModelS-ClassR8
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Coupe
Wheelbase124.6 in104.3 in
Length206.5 in174.5 in
Width73.7 in75.0 in
Height58.0 in49.3 in
Curb Weight4,653 lb.3,605 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.8 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room59.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room59.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom42.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume16.4 ft33.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8 specs.

Option Package Details
Audi R8 4.2

Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather700No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested25026%
Total Not Requested70074%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Hill start assist75No
Total Requested111594%
Total Not Requested756%

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