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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5 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 SL vs. Audi A5 / S5 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $56,700 Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $47,785 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $52,795 Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $44,528 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 3.0T |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $95,300 | $133,200 | $129,300 | $187,200 | $42,600 | $59,300 |
| Base Invoice | $88,629 | $123,876 | $120,249 | $174,096 | $39,618 | $55,150 |
| Premium I Package | 3,170 | 2,500 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 550 | 550 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,100 | 2,100 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | 510 | 510 | 510 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 350 | 500 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,000 | |||||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | |||||
| Navigation Package | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||||
| Comfort Package | 2,400 | 1,400 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||||
| Proximity key | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Premium I Package | 2,948 | 2,325 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 511 | 511 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | 1,954 | 1,954 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | 474 | 474 | 474 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 325 | 466 | ||
| Sport Package | 930 | |||||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,628 | |||||
| Navigation Package | 1,768 | 1,768 | ||||
| Comfort Package | 2,232 | 1,302 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | ||||
| Proximity key | 511 | 511 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,010 | 3,840 | 6,340 | 3,840 | 13,225 | 7,475 |
| Options (change) | 6,519 | 3,571 | 5,896 | 3,571 | 12,302 | 6,955 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $104,485 | $140,515 | $139,115 | $194,515 | $56,700 | $67,650 |
| Total Invoice | $97,323 | $130,922 | $129,620 | $181,142 | $52,795 | $62,980 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $40,760 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,985 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 3.0T |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 510hp V8 | 604hp V12 | 211hp I4 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T5 | T5 | T5 | CVT-8 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $104,485 | $140,515 | $139,115 | $194,515 | $56,700 | $67,650 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,025 | -7,825 | -7,575 | -7,925 | 0 | -1,800 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $97,460 | $132,690 | $131,540 | $186,590 | $56,700 | $65,850 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $35,230 | $34,080 | $89,130 | $0 | $9,150 |
| Total Invoice | $97,323 | $130,922 | $129,620 | $181,142 | $52,795 | $62,980 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,543 | -7,291 | -7,058 | -7,380 | 0 | -1,676 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $90,780 | $123,631 | $122,562 | $173,762 | $52,795 | $61,304 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $32,851 | $31,782 | $82,982 | $0 | $8,509 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 3.0T |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $15,040 | $15,840 | $15,590 | $15,940 | $8,015 | $9,815 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,025 | $7,825 | $7,575 | $7,925 | $0 | $1,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,543 | -7,291 | -7,058 | -7,380 | 0 | -1,676 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | A5 / S5 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 108.3 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 54.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,221 lb. | 4,001 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 46.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.3 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL55 AMG
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 18% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 5% |
| Comfort Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 5% |
| Comfort Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
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