Mercedes-Benz SL Mercedes-Benz SL 2009 BMW X5 BMW X5 2010

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW X5 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.

Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW X5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $95,475

BMW X5 M   
Difference: $47,100

Lowest Total Invoice: $88,000

BMW X5 M   
Difference: $44,838

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092010
ModelSLX5
TrimSL600M
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Base Price $139,100 $85,500
Base Invoice $129,363 $78,840
Premium Sound Package   1,400
Active Ventilated Seat Package   1,900
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   3,800
Temporary spare tire   150
Proximity key   1,000
Wood trim   0
Power liftgate   500
Satellite radio - one year subscription   350
Premium Sound Package   1,275
Active Ventilated Seat Package   1,730
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   3,460
Temporary spare tire   135
Proximity key   910
Wood trim   0
Power liftgate   455
Satellite radio - one year subscription   320
Options (change) 0 9,100
Options (change) 0 8,285
Destination 875 875
Gas Tax 2,600 0
Total Price $142,575 $95,475
Total Invoice $132,838 $88,000

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz SL dealer quotes or BMW X5 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW X5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW X5 M
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $42,850
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $40,878
Model Year20092010
ModelSLX5
TrimSL600M
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Engine510hp V12555hp V8
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)11/18 MPG12/17 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)510, 10825, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-18275/40-20
Total Price$142,575$95,475
Adjustments for Features-4,2500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$138,325$95,475
Total Invoice$132,838$88,000
Adjustments for Features-3,9600
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$128,878$88,000

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW X5

Model Year20092010
ModelSLX5
TrimSL600M
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power liftgate $350
Power rear side windows $200
Power trunk closer$350 
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500 
Hill descent control $250
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Aluminum roof rails $250
Cargo area partition net $40
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo cover $75
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter $0
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Rear spoiler $200
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio $50
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SD Card slot$25 
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights$125 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Massage, passenger seat$100 
Metal pedals$75 
Neck-level heating, front seats$150 
No leather in second row$-300 
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede headliner$650 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars $500
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Rear air springs, auto-leveling $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$14,965$10,715
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,250$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,9600

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW X5

Model Year20092010
ModelSLX5
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Wheelbase100.8 in115.5 in
Length180.4 in191.1 in
Width71.5 in76.1 in
Height51.1 in69.9 in
Curb Weight4,455 lb.5,368 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.23.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.7 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in60.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in40.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in39.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in58.0 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in36.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.2 ft37.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
7.221.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
10.2 ft361.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW X5 M

Premium Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, remote200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested22539%
Total Not Requested35061%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested85081%
Total Not Requested20019%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Convertibles
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.