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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X4 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X4 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $57,845

BMW X4 xDrive28i   
Difference: $47,790

Lowest Total Invoice: $53,860

BMW X4 xDrive28i   
Difference: $44,513

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112011201620162016
ModelS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassX4X4X4
TrimS550S63 AMGS65 AMGxDrive28ixDrive35iM40i
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $93,650 $138,000 $209,000 $45,250 $49,700 $57,800
Base Invoice $87,095 $128,340 $194,370 $42,310 $46,405 $53,855
Premium 2 Package 3,630          
Rear Seat Package 3,040 3,040        
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950   700 700  
Heated steering wheel 490 0 0      
M Sport Package       2,300 1,900  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed       1,900 1,900 1,200
Navigation system       1,950 1,950 1,950
Text dictation       0 0  
Premium Package       2,200 2,200  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       550 550 550
Heated front seats       500 500  
Adaptive dampers - electrical       1,000 1,000  
Semi-automated parking system       500 500  
Cold Weather Package           950
Driver Assistance Plus           2,100
Rearview camera           400
Premium 2 Package 3,376          
Rear Seat Package 2,827 2,827        
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744   635 635  
Heated steering wheel 456 0 0      
M Sport Package       2,095 1,730  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed       1,730 1,730 1,090
Navigation system       1,775 1,775 1,775
Text dictation       0 0  
Premium Package       2,000 2,000  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       500 500 500
Heated front seats       455 455  
Adaptive dampers - electrical       910 910  
Semi-automated parking system       455 455  
Cold Weather Package           865
Driver Assistance Plus           1,900
Rearview camera           365
Options (change) 10,110 5,990 0 11,600 11,200 7,150
Options (change) 9,403 5,571 0 10,555 10,190 6,495
Destination 875 875 875 995 995 995
Gas Tax 1,000 1,000 2,100 0 0 0
Total Price $105,635 $145,865 $211,975 $57,845 $61,895 $65,945
Total Invoice $98,373 $135,786 $197,345 $53,860 $57,590 $61,345

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X4

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW X4 xDrive28i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $45,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $42,478
Model Year201120112011201620162016
ModelS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassX4X4X4
TrimS550S63 AMGS65 AMGxDrive28ixDrive35iM40i
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine382hp V8536hp V8621hp V12240hp I4300hp I6355hp I6
TransmissionT7T7T5T8T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 14600, 141200, 15205, 9600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-18255/35-20255/35-20245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19
Total Price$105,635$145,865$211,975$57,845$61,895$65,945
Adjustments for Features-2,185-6,035-9,7100-250-1,275
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$103,450$139,830$202,265$57,845$61,645$64,670
Cost Above Minimum$0$36,380$98,815$0$3,800$6,825
Total Invoice$98,373$135,786$197,345$53,860$57,590$61,345
Adjustments for Features-2,035-5,618-9,0400-233-1,186
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$96,338$130,168$188,305$53,860$57,357$60,159
Cost Above Minimum$0$33,830$91,967$0$3,497$6,299

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X4

Model Year201120112011201620162016
ModelS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassX4X4X4
TrimS550S63 AMGS65 AMGxDrive28ixDrive35iM40i
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200    
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1300$1300$1300
RWD$0$0$0   
AWD   $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100   
Hands-free trunk or liftgate     $100
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100  $100
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250$250   
Power door closers$300$300$300   
Power liftgate   $350$350$350
Power trunk closer$350$350$350   
Remote app   $25$25$25
Semi-automated parking system   $500$500 
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225   
Sunshades, second row, power $225$225   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0$0
Around view cameras     $500
Automatic braking, low-speed     $200
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150   
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200  $200
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150  $150
Hill descent control   $250$250$250
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150   
Night vision  $1750   
Pedestrian detection     $50
Pedestrian detection, night  $50   
Rear side airbags$300$300$300   
Rearview camera$200$200$200$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50$50   
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150   
Tires, run-flat   $150$150$150
Wide-view front camera     $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50   
Cargo area rails w/tie downs   $50$50$50
Cargo cover   $75$75$75
Cargo mat   $40$40$40
Cargo net$40$40$40   
Console with shifter   $150$150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25   
Roof rails   $250$250$250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50   
Trailering equipment (4 wire)   $125$125$125
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250$250   
Rear air vents with manual controls   $150$150$150
Rear dual-zone climate control$125$125$125   
Residual heat$50$50$50   
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 $150$150$150
Regenerative braking   $0$0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)   $0$0$0
Body kit $0$0   
Bodyside cladding   $350$350$350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275$275$275
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200   
Panoramic sunroof  $1200   
Rear spoiler   $200$200$200
Sport rocker panels (optional)   $0$0$0
Sunroof$900$900 $900$900$900
Wheel-lip moldings   $75$75$75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity   $0$0$0
App support   $0$0$0
Aux input   $50$50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325   
CD player   $125$125$125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0   
DVD-compatible player   $0$0$0
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens  $1200   
Handwriting recognition   $200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150$150
iPod integration$100$100$100   
Media drive   $15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years   $0$0$0
S Voice support   $0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription   $250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25$25   
Siri Eyes Free support   $0$0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25$25
Surround sound$250$250$250 $250$250
Text dictation   $50$50 
Traffic + travel information   $25$25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25   
USB port   $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices   $0$0$0
Voice recorder   $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25     
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror   $75$75$75
Chronometer $100$100   
Compass$0$0$0   
Cornering lights$50$50$50   
Digital instruments$0$0$0   
Fog light, rear$100$100$100   
Headlight washers$50$50$50  $50
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100$100$100   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim     $100
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300$300   
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300$300   
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300   
Cooled or ventilated second row seats$200$200$200   
Door sill trim plates$100$100 $100$100$100
Folding second row seats   $300$300$300
Heated second row seats$200$200$200  $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200   
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250   
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150$150$150
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50$50
Massage, driver seat$100$100$100   
Massage, passenger seat$100$100$100   
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150   
Memory system, second row seats$150$150$150   
Metal pedals $75    
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50   
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50   
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75   
Power recliner, second row seats$150$150$150   
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25$25$25   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat   $100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100   
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats$150$150$150   
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50   
Synthetic suede headliner $650$650   
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather$200$200    
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000   
Wood trim$300$300$300$300$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500  $500$500$500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable $4000$4000   
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000     
Crosswind stabilization $50$50   
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)     $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0  $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100   $100
Total Value of Features$12,590$16,440$20,115$10,405$10,655$11,480
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,185$6,035$9,710$0$250$1,275
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,035-5,618-9,0400-233-1,186

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X4

Model Year20112016
ModelS-ClassX4
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV
Wheelbase124.6 in110.6 in
Length206.5 in184.3 in
Width73.7 in74.1 in
Height58.0 in63.9 in
Curb Weight4,456 lb.4,131 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.8 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room59.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in40.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.7 in56.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room59.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom42.3 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.4 ft317.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.449.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested130062%
Total Not Requested80038%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated second row seats200No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Memory system, second row seats150No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats150No
Total Requested35026%
Total Not Requested100074%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested150083%
Total Not Requested30017%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG

Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated second row seats200No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Memory system, second row seats150No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats150No
Total Requested35026%
Total Not Requested100074%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested150083%
Total Not Requested30017%

Option Package Details
BMW X4 xDrive28i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires200No
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested70063%
Total Not Requested41537%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
BMW X4 xDrive35i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires200No
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested70063%
Total Not Requested41537%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
BMW X4 M40i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested75045%
Total Not Requested90055%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested70063%
Total Not Requested41537%

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