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

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

Lowest Total Price: $103,765

Mercedes-Benz SL SL450   
Difference: $9,525

Lowest Total Invoice: $96,569

Mercedes-Benz SL SL450   
Difference: $8,857

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142017201720172017
ModelS-ClassSLSLSLSL
TrimS550SL450SL550AMG SL63AMG SL65
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $92,900 $86,950 $110,800 $151,350 $219,850
Base Invoice $86,397 $80,864 $103,044 $140,756 $204,461
Driver Assistance Package 2,800 2,250 2,250 2,250  
Premium 1 Package 4,500        
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 4,450        
Wood trim, expanded coverage 950        
Power rear seats 1,515        
Wood trim, alternative type 800 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Active hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable 4,450        
Premium Package   5,050      
Power door closers   450 450 450  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   650 650 650 650
Synthetic suede headliner   1,000 1,000    
Upgraded leather upholstery   900 900    
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable   4,090 4,090    
Driver Assistance Package 2,604 2,093 2,093 2,093  
Premium 1 Package 4,185        
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 4,139        
Wood trim, expanded coverage 884        
Power rear seats 1,409        
Wood trim, alternative type 744 1,395 1,395 1,395 1,395
Active hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable 4,139        
Premium Package   4,697      
Power door closers   419 419 419  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   605 605 605 605
Synthetic suede headliner   930 930    
Upgraded leather upholstery   837 837    
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable   3,804 3,804    
Options (change) 19,465 15,890 10,840 4,850 2,150
Options (change) 18,104 14,780 10,083 4,512 2,000
Destination 925 925 925 925 925
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $113,290 $103,765 $122,565 $157,125 $224,225
Total Invoice $105,426 $96,569 $114,052 $146,193 $208,686

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SL SL450
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,520
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,575
Model Year20142017201720172017
ModelS-ClassSLSLSLSL
TrimS550SL450SL550AMG SL63AMG SL65
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine449hp V8362hp V6449hp V8577hp V8621hp V12
TransmissionT7T9T9T7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13600, 11600, 11600, 11900, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-18255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19
Total Price$113,290$103,765$122,565$157,125$224,225
Adjustments for Features0-3,995-3,995-4,320-6,220
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$113,290$99,770$118,570$152,805$218,005
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$18,800$53,035$118,235
Total Invoice$105,426$96,569$114,052$146,193$208,686
Adjustments for Features0-3,718-3,718-4,019-5,789
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$105,426$92,851$110,334$142,174$202,897
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$17,483$49,323$110,046

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

Model Year20142017201720172017
ModelS-ClassSLSLSLSL
TrimS550SL450SL550AMG SL63AMG SL65
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200  $1200$1200
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400$1400  
RWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100    
Power rear side windows$200    
Sunshade, rear, power$225    
Sunshades, second row, power$225    
Wind blocker, power small $300$300$300$300
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests $500$500$500$500
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system $0$0$0$0
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75$75
Rear side airbags$300    
Rollover sensor$50    
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40    
Console with shifter $150$150$150$150
Console without shifter$150    
Overhead sunglass holder$25    
Climate Control 
Adaptive windshield washer system $0$0$0$0
Heated washer fluid system $50$50$50$50
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15    
Rear air vents$100    
Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade $100$100$100$100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300$300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500$500$500$500
Raised top speed limiter   $0$0
Exterior 
Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel    $2000
Glass roof panel(s) $300$300$300$300
Laminated front side windows$200    
Laminated rear side windows$100    
Panoramic sunroof$1200    
Power retractable hardtop $6750$6750$6750$6750
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100$100$100
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100$100
Aux input $50$50$50$50
CD changer, in-dash$325    
CD player $125$125$125$125
Handwriting recognition$200    
iPod integration $100$100$100$100
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0
USB port$25    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25  
Chronometer   $100$100
Compass$0    
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100    
Interior ambient lighting$150    
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250    
Power-folding mirrors$50    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50    
Memory system, second row seats$150    
Metal pedals $75$75$75$75
Neck-level heating, front seats $150$150$150$150
No leather in second row $-300$-300$-300$-300
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats$75    
Power recliner, second row seats$150    
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25    
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats$150    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active curve tilting $1000$1000$1000$1000
Active hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$5500    
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable $4000$4000$4000$4000
Camera-linked adaptive suspension$500    
Crosswind stabilization$50    
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100 
Total Value of Features$12,055$16,050$16,050$16,375$18,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,995$3,995$4,320$6,220
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,718-3,718-4,019-5,789

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

Model Year20142017
ModelS-ClassSL
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase124.6 in101.7 in
Length206.5 in182.3 in
Width74.8 in73.9 in
Height58.7 in51.2 in
Curb Weight4,730 lb.3,827 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.7 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in42.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom43.0 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.3 ft38.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
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-speed200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested2300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Proximity key250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested235088%
Total Not Requested32512%
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 tilt adjuster, second row seats150No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested675100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL450

Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable3500Yes
Active curve tilting1000No
Total Requested350078%
Total Not Requested100022%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested290095%
Total Not Requested1505%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550

Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable3500Yes
Active curve tilting1000No
Total Requested350078%
Total Not Requested100022%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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