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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Tesla Model S 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. Tesla Model S Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $86,200 Tesla Model S 70D | ||||||
| Difference: $60,715 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | S63 AMG | S65 AMG | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $138,000 | $209,000 | $75,000 | $80,000 | $85,000 | $105,000 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | |||||
| Carbon fiber trim | 3,000 | 0 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | |
| Subzero Weather Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Premium Interior and Lighting | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | ||
| Autopilot Convenience Features | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | ||
| Front sport buckets | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | |||||
| Carbon fiber trim | 2,790 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Subzero Weather Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Premium Interior and Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Autopilot Convenience Features | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Front sport buckets | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,040 | 0 | 17,500 | 17,500 | 17,500 | 17,500 |
| Options (change) | 6,548 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Gas Tax | 1,000 | 2,100 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $146,915 | $211,975 | $86,200 | $91,200 | $96,200 | $116,200 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Tesla Model S 70D | ||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S 85 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $58,335 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $139,242 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | S63 AMG | S65 AMG | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 536hp V8 | 621hp V12 | 329hp E | 362hp E | 422hp E | 463hp E |
| Transmission | T7 | T5 | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 1200, 15 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-20 | 255/35-20 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 |
| Total Price | $146,915 | $211,975 | $86,200 | $91,200 | $96,200 | $116,200 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,105 | -8,680 | -1,725 | 0 | -1,725 | -1,800 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $142,810 | $203,295 | $84,475 | $91,200 | $94,475 | $114,400 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $60,485 | $0 | $6,725 | $10,000 | $29,925 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | S63 AMG | S65 AMG | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Automated lane change | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automated parking system, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Power charge port door | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Semi-autonomous driving | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Night vision | $1750 | |||||
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | |||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| 70 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||||
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Range alert | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $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 | |||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $13,015 | $17,590 | $10,635 | $8,910 | $10,635 | $10,710 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,105 | $8,680 | $1,725 | $0 | $1,725 | $1,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,821 | -8,081 | 126 | 0 | 113 | 98 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Class | Model S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 116.5 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 196.0 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 77.3 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,456 lb. | 4,609 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 57.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 59.9 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 35.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 59.4 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.4 ft3 | 31.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 | 63.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 8% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 70D
| Front sport buckets | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Subzero Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
| Premium Interior and Lighting | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede | 200 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 49% |
| Autopilot Convenience Features | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Automated lane change | 300 | No |
| Automated parking system | 200 | No |
| Semi-autonomous driving | 600 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 2450 | 92% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 58% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 85
| Front sport buckets | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Subzero Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
| Premium Interior and Lighting | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede | 200 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 49% |
| Autopilot Convenience Features | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Automated lane change | 300 | No |
| Automated parking system | 200 | No |
| Semi-autonomous driving | 600 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 2450 | 92% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 58% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 85D
| Front sport buckets | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Subzero Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
| Premium Interior and Lighting | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede | 200 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 49% |
| Autopilot Convenience Features | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Automated lane change | 300 | No |
| Automated parking system | 200 | No |
| Semi-autonomous driving | 600 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 2450 | 92% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 58% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S P85D
| Front sport buckets | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Subzero Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
| Premium Interior and Lighting | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede | 200 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 49% |
| Autopilot Convenience Features | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Automated lane change | 300 | No |
| Automated parking system | 200 | No |
| Semi-autonomous driving | 600 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 2450 | 92% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 58% |
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