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

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $93,555

Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450   
Difference: $16,965

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820172017
ModelS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassGLSGLS
TrimS450S560AMG S63AMG S65GLS450GLS550
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $89,900 $99,900 $147,500 $229,500 $68,700 $93,850
Premium Package 4,500 4,500        
Heated steering wheel 490 490     250 250
Driver Assistance Package 2,250 2,250 2,250   2,250 1,375
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 4,450 4,450 4,450      
Wood trim, expanded coverage 950 950 950      
Power rear seats 1,515 1,515 1,515      
Rear spoiler 500 500        
Wood trim, alternative type 800 800 800 800 160 160
Heated second row seats 620 620 620   620 620
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,650 2,650 2,650   1,950 1,950
Around view cameras 900 900 900      
Lighting Package         1,390  
designo Edition         4,900 4,200
Premium 1 Package         3,830  
Parking Assist Package         1,290  
Magic Vision Control         350 350
Multicontour seats         1,100  
Rear air vents with automatic controls         1,450  
Panoramic sunroof         1,090 1,090
Adaptive dampers - electrical         800  
Cooled or ventilated front seats         570  
Power door closers         550  
Sunshades, second row         380 380
Ionizing air filtration         280 280
Metallic paint (extra cost)         720  
Premium Package 4,185 4,185        
Heated steering wheel 456 456     233 233
Driver Assistance Package 2,093 2,093 2,093   2,093 1,279
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 4,139 4,139 4,139      
Wood trim, expanded coverage 884 884 884      
Power rear seats 1,409 1,409 1,409      
Rear spoiler 465 465        
Wood trim, alternative type 744 744 744 744 149 149
Heated second row seats 577 577 577   577 577
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,465 2,465 2,465   1,814 1,814
Around view cameras 837 837 837      
Lighting Package         1,293  
designo Edition         4,557 3,906
Premium 1 Package         3,562  
Parking Assist Package         1,200  
Magic Vision Control         326 326
Multicontour seats         1,023  
Rear air vents with automatic controls         1,349  
Panoramic sunroof         1,014 1,014
Adaptive dampers - electrical         744  
Cooled or ventilated front seats         530  
Power door closers         512  
Sunshades, second row         353 353
Ionizing air filtration         260 260
Metallic paint (extra cost)         670  
Options (change) 19,625 19,625 14,135 800 23,930 10,655
Options (change) 18,254 18,254 13,148 744 22,259 9,911
Destination 995 995 995 995 925 925
Gas Tax 0 0 0 2,100 0 0
Total Price $110,520 $120,520 $162,630 $233,395 $93,555 $105,430

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG S65
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,440
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $81,087
Model Year201820182018201820172017
ModelS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassGLSGLS
TrimS450S560AMG S63AMG S65GLS450GLS550
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine362hp V6463hp V8603hp V8621hp V12362hp V6449hp V8
TransmissionT9T9T9T7T9T9
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13590, 13590, 131590, 2680, 8830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-18245/45-19255/40-20255/40-20275/55-19295/40-21
Total Price$110,520$120,520$162,630$233,395$93,555$105,430
Adjustments for Features0-200-1,950-9,400-2,475-3,265
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$110,520$120,320$160,680$223,995$91,080$102,165
Cost Above Minimum$0$9,800$50,160$113,475$0$11,085

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS

Model Year201820182018201820172017
ModelS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassGLSGLS
TrimS450S560AMG S63AMG S65GLS450GLS550
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400$1400 $1400$1400
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200  
RWD$0$0 $0  
AWD  $1700 $1700$1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100  
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row     $75
Heated steering wheel$100$100 $100$100$100
Power flip-out rear side windows    $125$125
Power liftgate    $350$350
Power trunk closer$350$350$350$350  
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225$225  
Sunshades, second row    $125$125
Sunshades, second row, power$225$225$225$225  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats    $0$0
Animal detection, night   $50  
Automatic seat belt presenters, second row   $50  
Hill descent control    $250$250
Inflatable rear seat belts   $200  
Night vision   $1750  
Pedestrian detection, night   $50  
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350$350  
Side curtain airbags, three rows    $500$500
Temporary spare tire    $150$150
Tires, run-flat$150$150    
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100  
Trailer sway control    $25$25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50  
Aluminum roof rails    $250$250
Cargo cover    $75$75
Cargo net$40$40$40$40 $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50$50  
Climate Control 
Fragrance atomizer$200$200$200$200  
Rear air vents$100$100$100   
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250$250$250
Rear dual-zone climate control   $125  
Rear HVAC unit    $400$400
Rear wiper    $175$175
Residual heat$50$50$50$50  
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25$25  
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust  $250$250  
Radar-based brake regeneration $200    
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0  
Carbon fiber engine cover   $0  
Deep-tinted rear windows    $275$275
Front splitter spoiler  $200$200  
Laminated rear side windows$100$100$100$100  
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0    
Rear bumper protector    $40$40
Rear spoiler$200$200  $200$200
Running boards     $350
Wheel-lip moldings     $75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support    $100$100
Apple CarPlay support    $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325$325  
CD player    $125$125
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200  
Near-field communications (NFC)$25$25$25$25  
Surround sound$250$250$250$250 $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights    $200$200
Analog clock$25$25  $25$25
Chronometer  $100$100  
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50  
Head-up display (HUD)   $350  
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100$100$100$100  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250$250$250  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300$300$300  
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300$300$300  
Automatic seat bolsters, second row   $450  
Cooled or ventilated second row seats   $200  
Folding second row seats    $300$300
Heated front row armrests   $100  
Heated second row armrests   $100  
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats    $200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150$150$150
Manual recliner, second row seats    $75$75
Massage, second row seats   $150  
Memory system, second row seats$150$150$150$150  
Metal pedals  $75$75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats   $225  
Power footrest, right rear seat   $250  
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75$75  
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75$75  
Power legrest, right second row seat   $500  
Power recliner, second row seats$150$150$150$150  
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25$25$25$25  
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats$150$150$150$150  
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats   $150  
Power-folding third row seats    $1000$1000
Rapid-heating front seats$0$0$0$0  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable   $5500  
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500 $500$500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000$1000$1000 $1000$1000
Alloy wheels$350$350$350 $350$350
Camera-linked adaptive suspension   $500  
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200$200
Polished alloy wheels   $350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0  
Transmission 
Launch control  $100   
Total Value of Features$8,440$8,640$10,390$17,840$10,915$11,705
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$200$1,950$9,400$2,475$3,265
Value of Feature Adjustments0-32-170-155-2,304-3,039

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS

Model Year20182017
ModelS-ClassGLS
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV
Wheelbase124.6 in121.1 in
Length206.5 in202.0 in
Width74.8 in76.1 in
Height58.7 in72.8 in
Curb Weight4,732 lb.5,401 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.26.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.7 in58.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.1 in58.3 in
Row 2 Legroom43.1 in38.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in38.9 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.5 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.3 ft316.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
16.349.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.393.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S450

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Rapid-heating front seats0No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested175065%
Total Not Requested92535%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power rear seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Memory system, second row seats150No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats150No
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, second row seats75No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S560

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Rapid-heating front seats0No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested175065%
Total Not Requested92535%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power rear seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Memory system, second row seats150No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats150No
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, second row seats75No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG S63

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power rear seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Memory system, second row seats150No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats150No
Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, second row seats75No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450

Rear air vents with automatic controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear air vents with automatic controls150Yes
Rear HVAC unit400No
Total Requested15027%
Total Not Requested40073%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
iPod integration100Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested130087%
Total Not Requested20013%
designo Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather700Yes
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats200No
Total Requested250093%
Total Not Requested2007%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested2300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested239092%
Total Not Requested2008%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Magic Vision Control
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated washer fluid system35Yes
Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade100Yes
Total Requested135100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multicontour seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS550

Magic Vision Control
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated washer fluid system35Yes
Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade100Yes
Total Requested135100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
designo Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather700Yes
Total Requested1600100%
Total Not Requested00%

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