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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A8 / S8 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 A8 / S8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $85,045 Audi A8 / S8 A8 3.0T | ||||
| Difference: $62,350 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $79,158 Audi A8 / S8 A8 3.0T | ||||
| Difference: $58,162 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | A8 / S8 | A8 / S8 | A8 / S8 |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | A8 3.0T | A8 4.0T | S8 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $140,440 | $72,200 | $80,900 | $110,000 |
| Base Invoice | $130,609 | $67,146 | $75,238 | $102,300 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,180 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,300 | |||
| Comfort Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Convenience Package | 3,000 | 3,000 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 3,000 | 3,000 | 2,500 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 750 | 750 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Warm Weather Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,097 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,139 | |||
| Comfort Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||
| Convenience Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,327 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 699 | 699 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,396 | 1,396 | ||
| Warm Weather Package | 1,582 | 1,582 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,480 | 11,950 | 11,950 | 2,500 |
| Options (change) | 3,236 | 11,117 | 11,117 | 2,327 |
| Destination | 875 | 895 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $147,395 | $85,045 | $93,745 | $113,395 |
| Total Invoice | $137,320 | $79,158 | $87,250 | $105,522 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A8 / S8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A8 / S8 A8 3.0T | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $58,600 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $54,668 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | A8 / S8 | A8 / S8 | A8 / S8 |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | A8 3.0T | A8 4.0T | S8 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 333hp V6 | 420hp V8 | 520hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 12/19 MPG | 13/21 MPG | 13/21 MPG | 13/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 510, 10 | 630, 14 | 630, 14 | 630, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 | 265/35-21 |
| Total Price | $147,395 | $85,045 | $93,745 | $113,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,750 | 0 | 0 | -2,750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $143,645 | $85,045 | $93,745 | $110,645 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $8,700 | $25,600 |
| Total Invoice | $137,320 | $79,158 | $87,250 | $105,522 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,494 | 0 | 0 | -2,559 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $133,826 | $79,158 | $87,250 | $102,963 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $8,092 | $23,805 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A8 / S8
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | A8 / S8 | A8 / S8 | A8 / S8 |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | A8 3.0T | A8 4.0T | S8 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| RWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |||
| Wide-view rear camera | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |||
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active steering | $1000 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $15,700 | $11,950 | $11,950 | $14,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,750 | $0 | $0 | $2,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,494 | 0 | 0 | -2,559 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A8 / S8
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | A8 / S8 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 117.8 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 202.2 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 76.7 in |
| Height | 51.1 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,274 lb. | 4,740 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A8 / S8 A8 3.0T
| Upholstered door panels, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Comfort Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 33% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Warm Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A8 / S8 A8 4.0T
| Upholstered door panels, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Comfort Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 33% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Warm Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A8 / S8 S8
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 100% |
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