Mercedes-Benz S-Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2008

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

Join Us

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

Lowest Total Price: $64,305

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 / ML320   
Difference: $34,000

Lowest Total Invoice: $59,864

Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 / ML320   
Difference: $31,693

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132008
ModelS-ClassM-Class
TrimS350 BlueTECML350 / ML320
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV
Base Price $93,000 $44,000
Base Invoice $86,490 $40,920
Illuminated door sill trim plates 950 550
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,450 2,670
Obstacle detection, rear   770
CD changer, remote   450
Leather seating surfaces   1,975
Premium III Package   8,600
3.0L V6 Diesel   1,000
Heated front seats   710
Proximity key   1,110
Voice control for nav and audio   510
iPod integration   375
Metallic paint (extra cost)   710
Illuminated door sill trim plates 884 512
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,278 2,483
Obstacle detection, rear   716
CD changer, remote   418
Leather seating surfaces   1,837
Premium III Package   7,998
3.0L V6 Diesel   930
Heated front seats   660
Proximity key   1,032
Voice control for nav and audio   474
iPod integration   349
Metallic paint (extra cost)   660
Options (change) 3,400 19,430
Options (change) 3,162 18,069
Destination 905 875
Gas Tax 1,000 0
Total Price $98,305 $64,305
Total Invoice $91,557 $59,864

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 S-Class dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz M-Class 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 S-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 / ML320
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $31,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,448
Model Year20132008
ModelS-ClassM-Class
TrimS350 BlueTECML350 / ML320
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV
Engine240hp V6 D215hp V6 D
TransmissionT7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/31 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 14440, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-18235/65-17
Total Price$98,305$64,305
Adjustments for Features-2,4100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$95,895$64,305
Total Invoice$91,557$59,864
Adjustments for Features-2,2450
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$89,312$59,864

Return to top

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

Model Year20132008
ModelS-ClassM-Class
TrimS350 BlueTECML350 / ML320
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Parking guidance system - passive$250 
Power door closers$300 
Power liftgate $350
Power trunk closer$350 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150 
Hill descent control $250
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo area partition net $40
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer$25 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Laminated rear side windows$100 
Rear bumper protector $40
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
SD Card slot$25 
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200 
Compass$0 
Digital instruments$0 
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300 
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Massage, driver seat$100 
Massage, passenger seat$100 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
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 
Total Value of Features$7,865$5,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,410$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2450

Return to top

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

Model Year20132008
ModelS-ClassM-Class
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr SUV
Wheelbase124.6 in114.7 in
Length206.5 in188.5 in
Width73.7 in75.2 in
Height58.0 in71.5 in
Curb Weight4,674 lb.4,817 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.25.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.8 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in59.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room59.9 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.7 in59.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room59.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom42.3 in40.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.4 ft329.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.472.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 / ML320

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
CD changer, remote
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, remote200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Total Requested120098%
Total Not Requested252%
Premium III Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Cargo area partition net40No
Heat-reflective glass0No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power liftgate300No
Surround sound250Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Navigation system600Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested455083%
Total Not Requested91517%

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 Sedans, Coupes, and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.