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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8 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 S-Class vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $133,575 Audi R8 4.2 | ||||
| Difference: $27,950 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $124,522 Audi R8 4.2 | ||||
| Difference: $25,940 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | S600 | S65 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $158,050 | $209,000 | $114,200 | $149,000 |
| Base Invoice | $146,987 | $194,370 | $106,206 | $138,570 |
| Carbon fiber trim | 0 | 2,500 | 2,500 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |||
| Convenience Package | 2,100 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 650 | 650 | ||
| iPod integration | 100 | 0 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 875 | 875 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,300 | 1,300 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 5,500 | 3,500 | ||
| Carbon fiber trim | 0 | 2,325 | 2,325 | |
| Navigation system | 1,953 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,953 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 605 | 605 | ||
| iPod integration | 93 | 0 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 813 | 813 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,209 | 1,209 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 5,115 | 3,255 | ||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 15,125 | 8,825 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 14,066 | 8,207 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 2,100 | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Total Price | $161,525 | $211,975 | $133,575 | $162,075 |
| Total Invoice | $150,462 | $197,345 | $124,522 | $151,027 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi R8 4.2 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,990 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,142 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | S600 | S65 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 510hp V12 | 621hp V12 | 430hp V8 | 525hp V10 |
| Transmission | T5 | T5 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 1200, 15 | 1200, 15 | 140, 7 | 465, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/35-20 | 235/35-19 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $161,525 | $211,975 | $133,575 | $162,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | -16,960 | -16,860 | 0 | -750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $144,565 | $195,115 | $133,575 | $161,325 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $50,550 | $0 | $27,750 |
| Total Invoice | $150,462 | $197,345 | $124,522 | $151,027 |
| Adjustments for Features | -15,798 | -15,696 | 0 | -699 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $134,664 | $181,649 | $124,522 | $150,328 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $46,985 | $0 | $25,806 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | S600 | S65 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Night vision | $1750 | $1750 | ||
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bright-finished fuel door | $100 | $100 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | ||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| 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 thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $21,480 | $21,380 | $4,520 | $5,270 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $16,960 | $16,860 | $0 | $750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -15,798 | -15,696 | 0 | -699 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Audi R8
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | S-Class | R8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 174.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 75.0 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 49.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,456 lb. | 3,606 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 59.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 59.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi R8 4.2
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Hill start assist | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
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