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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi R8 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 R8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $99,115 Mercedes-Benz SL SL550 | |||||||
| Difference: $43,185 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $92,329 Mercedes-Benz SL SL550 | |||||||
| Difference: $40,308 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | R8 | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 | GT |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $95,300 | $133,200 | $129,300 | $187,200 | $127,700 | $162,700 | $210,300 |
| Base Invoice | $88,629 | $123,876 | $120,249 | $174,096 | $118,761 | $151,311 | $195,579 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | 510 | 510 | 510 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 2,100 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 5,500 | 3,500 | 8,380 | ||||
| Special order charge | 1,200 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | 474 | 474 | 474 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,953 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 1,953 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 605 | 605 | 605 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 5,115 | 3,255 | 7,794 | ||||
| Special order charge | 1,116 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 10,350 | 4,150 | 10,230 |
| Options (change) | 1,525 | 1,525 | 1,525 | 1,525 | 9,626 | 3,860 | 9,515 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 1,250 | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $99,115 | $138,315 | $134,415 | $192,315 | $142,300 | $171,100 | $223,880 |
| Total Invoice | $92,329 | $128,876 | $125,249 | $179,096 | $132,637 | $159,421 | $208,444 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi R8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SL SL550 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $50,105 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $46,754 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | R8 | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 | GT |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 510hp V8 | 604hp V12 | 430hp V8 | 525hp V10 | 560hp V10 |
| Transmission | T7 | T5 | T5 | T5 | M6 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 140, 7 | 465, 12 | 140, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 235/35-19 | 235/35-19 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $99,115 | $138,315 | $134,415 | $192,315 | $142,300 | $171,100 | $223,880 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,920 | -8,620 | -7,770 | -8,720 | 0 | -750 | -2,060 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $92,195 | $129,695 | $126,645 | $183,595 | $142,300 | $170,350 | $221,820 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $37,500 | $34,450 | $91,400 | $0 | $28,050 | $79,520 |
| Total Invoice | $92,329 | $128,876 | $125,249 | $179,096 | $132,637 | $159,421 | $208,444 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,446 | -8,032 | -7,240 | -8,121 | 0 | -699 | -1,918 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $85,883 | $120,844 | $118,009 | $170,975 | $132,637 | $158,722 | $206,526 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $34,961 | $32,126 | $85,092 | $0 | $26,085 | $73,889 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi R8
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | R8 | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 | GT |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Bright-finished fuel door | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Carbon fiber body panels | $250 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber front splitter spoiler | $300 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber mirror housings | $100 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||||||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $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 | $150 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Dampers, manually adjustable | $400 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $16,255 | $17,955 | $17,105 | $18,055 | $9,335 | $10,085 | $11,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,920 | $8,620 | $7,770 | $8,720 | $0 | $750 | $2,060 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,446 | -8,032 | -7,240 | -8,121 | 0 | -699 | -1,918 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi R8
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | R8 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 174.5 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 75.0 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 49.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,221 lb. | 3,606 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.3 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi R8 4.2
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Hill start assist | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi R8 GT
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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